Poco X8s vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $437 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 67/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6330); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,897,821 vs 1,464,882); the Poco X8s is noticeably lighter (187g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8s
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $437 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3897821 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6330 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8s vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8s — 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 significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (98/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8s and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8s | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1464882 | 3897821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2656 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $437 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8s and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X8s by 62.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $124. Poco X8s was $124 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (98/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8s and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (78/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (89/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco X8s — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8s and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8s over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8s 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.