Xiaomi’s next performance phone is shaping up to be a game-changer. The Redmi K90 Pro, expected to debut in China soon, is tipped to be the most ambitious model in the K-series yet—and that’s exciting news for global buyers, as it’s widely expected to launch worldwide as the Poco F8 Ultra.
According to a new leak from a reliable Weibo tipster, the Redmi K90 Pro is designed to bridge the gap between the value-focused K-series and Xiaomi’s top-tier flagships, targeting parity with the Xiaomi 17 lineup. The headline upgrade is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with a class-leading battery and 100W fast charging, signaling a strong push into true flagship territory.
Photography is where the biggest leap is expected. For the first time in the series, the K90 Pro is rumored to feature a premium camera setup that includes a high-end main sensor and a periscope telephoto lens for long-range zoom. Beyond raw power and imaging, the phone is also said to deliver flagship-level extras such as upgraded haptics, an under-display fingerprint reader, and top-tier audio.
What this means for the Poco F8 Ultra is simple: a global model with genuine flagship performance, faster charging, and a camera system ready to compete well above its weight class.
Rumored highlights at a glance
– Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
– Charging and battery: 100W fast charging with a large-capacity cell
– Cameras: high-end main sensor plus periscope zoom telephoto
– Premium extras: enhanced haptics, under-display fingerprint reader, upgraded audio
– Positioning: aims to rival Xiaomi’s main flagship series
– Availability: expected to launch first in China as Redmi K90 Pro, with a global release as Poco F8 Ultra
If these specs hold, the Redmi K90 Pro—aka Poco F8 Ultra—could be one of the most compelling performance flagships of its generation, combining top-tier silicon, serious battery tech, and a true flagship camera system. Keep an eye on its China launch for the clearest picture of global timelines to follow.
