Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7560 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $561
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $92. Poco X8 Pro Max was $92 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.