Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $350 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $420
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $350 | $420 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro by 36.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $70. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $70.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.