Xiaomi’s next performance-focused duo is taking shape, with the Redmi K90 series tipped to debut in China in late October or early November before arriving globally as the Poco F8 lineup next year. Fresh certifications and leaks are painting a clearer picture of what to expect from these value-flagship phones.
One of the models has appeared on China’s 3C database with the identifier 2510DRK44C, confirming support for 100W fast charging. The global version typically swaps the last letter to G, so expect to see a 2510DRK44G tag attached to one of the Poco F8 variants.
There’s also growing chatter about chipsets. Rumors point to the Snapdragon 8 Elite powering the series, with speculation that the Pro model could step up to the next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. However, some well-known tipsters claim Xiaomi has no Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 devices planned right now, suggesting the K90 family will launch with Snapdragon 8 Elite and any Gen 5 upgrade would come later.
Battery life could be a headline feature. Early whispers suggest the Redmi K90 models may pack batteries above 7,000 mAh in China. If true, that would be a major endurance boost. Still, the global Poco F8 versions may opt for slightly smaller cells to balance weight and dimensions.
The standard Redmi K90 is rumored to bring a sharp 6.6-inch 2K display, an ultrasonic fingerprint reader for faster, more reliable unlocking, symmetrical stereo speakers, and a sturdy metal mid-frame. On the camera front, the vanilla model is expected to gain a dedicated zoom lens for the first time in the series, though not a periscope. That upgrade should carry over to the Poco F8 Pro as well.
Key takeaways based on current leaks:
– Launch window: late October or early November in China; global rollout as Poco F8/F8 Pro likely next year
– Certification: 3C listing 2510DRK44C, indicating 100W fast charging; global model likely 2510DRK44G
– Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite widely expected; mixed reports on Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 for the Pro
– Battery: potentially 7,000 mAh+ for the Redmi K90 series in China; smaller capacities possible for global Poco variants
– Display and build: 6.6-inch 2K screen, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, symmetrical speakers, metal middle frame
– Cameras: new zoom lens on the vanilla model (not periscope), with similar benefits anticipated for Poco F8 Pro
As always, details can shift before launch, but if these leaks hold, the Redmi K90 and its global Poco F8 counterpart could deliver big-battery endurance, flagship-grade performance, faster charging, and meaningful camera upgrades—while keeping the aggressive pricing these lines are known for. Pricing and final specifications are still under wraps, so keep an eye out as the launch window approaches.
