Poco X8s vs Redmi K90
The Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $437 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 67/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6330); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,494 vs 1,464,882); the Poco X8s is noticeably lighter (187g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8s
Redmi K90
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 206g
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126494 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6330 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $437
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8s vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Poco X8s — 60/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8s and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X8s are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8s | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1464882 | 3126494 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2656 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $437 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8s and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Poco X8s by 53.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $36. Redmi K90 was $36 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (91/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8s and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X8s are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Poco X8s by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8s and the Redmi K90?
The Poco X8s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8s over the Redmi K90?
The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.