Pocophone F1 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Pocophone F1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $300 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 11/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 595,284); the Pocophone F1 is noticeably lighter (182g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 by 56 points (67/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Pocophone F1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 12
Design 72
Value for money 89
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Pocophone F1 better?
  • Lighter: 182g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $300 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 595284
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 563
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2006
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Pocophone F1 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 56 points higher (67/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Pocophone F1 leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Pocophone F1 (32/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Pocophone F1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Pocophone F1 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).

Pocophone F1: The Pocophone F1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Pocophone F1 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 595284 3803420
Geekbench Single 563 3228
Geekbench Multi 2006 9553
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2246x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 8.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 182 g 227 g
Price $300 $504
Camera comparison
Pocophone F1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.9
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Pocophone F1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Pocophone F1
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Pocophone F1 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Pocophone F1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
11/100
595284 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +84.3%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Pocophone F1 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Pocophone F1
$300
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $204. Pocophone F1 is cheaper by $204.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Pocophone F1 (32/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 (77/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Pocophone F1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Pocophone F1 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Pocophone F1 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Pocophone F1 by 56 points (67/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Pocophone F1 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Pocophone F1 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Pocophone F1 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 4/100).

Which is more powerful: the Pocophone F1 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Pocophone F1 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Pocophone F1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.