Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K90
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $469 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 62/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K90
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 2629444
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $401 vs $469
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 6 points higher (68/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (69/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (42/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $469 | $401 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 14.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $68. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $68.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (69/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (42/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K90?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K90?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.