Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $350 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 49/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 1,982,033).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (86/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 | 8GB / 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $350 | $561 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro by 51.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $211. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $211.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (74/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (82/100 vs 65/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (55/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (86/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 35 points (84/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.