Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $350 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 49/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $504
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 18 points higher (67/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (82/100 vs 32/100). 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, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (55/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $350 | $504 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco X8 Pro by 47.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $154. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $154.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (82/100 vs 32/100).
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, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (55/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for 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.