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; launch prices were $350 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-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 (3,622,315 vs 1,977,887).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $561
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). 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 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, 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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 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 | |
| Launch price | $350 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
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 45.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $211. Poco X8 Pro was $211 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.