Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $469 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 62/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 218g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $469 vs $504
- Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2629444
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 5 points higher (67/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100. In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $469 | $504 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 30.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $35. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $35.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (82/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.