Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $469 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 61/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8500); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,760,000 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
- Lighter: 218g vs 227g
- Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2760000 vs 2629444
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $420 vs $469
- Better value for money (81/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (62/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 Redmi K90 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 2760000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $469 | $420 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 4.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $49. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $49.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 Redmi K90 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 61/100.
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.