Redmi K90 Ultra Leaked: 8000mAh Battery & Dimensity 9500+?
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| Image Reference: Redmi K90 Pro Max shown. The Redmi K90 Ultra design is expected to share similar aesthetics |
Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi K90 Promax a month ago, and the company is now steering towards yet another launch of the Redmi K90 Ultra, according to Gizchina.
The K90 lineup is set to position the “Ultra” as the mid-2026 performance refresh.
Key Specification Breakdown (The Meat)
Now, according to these leaks, the phone could use the Dimensity 9 series, the Dimensity 9500+
Despite the likely dissatisfaction among many Snapdragon enthusiasts regarding the choice of a Dimensity chipset for this cutting-edge flagship, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 does offer a slight performance advantage over the Dimensity 9500.
The Redmi K90 Ultra is anticipated to be powered by a refreshed Dimensity 9500 CPU, which MediaTek is expected to launch in 2026.
Regarding the display, the Redmi K90 Promax is projected to feature a 6.8-inch AMOLED screen with 1.5K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. It will also include standard premium features such as Dolby Vision and HDR 10+.
The design is anticipated to feature rounded corners, mirroring the aesthetic of the iPhone's body. Furthermore, the device is expected to include an under-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanner and possess a high IP rating for durability.
Industry Context
The Battery Race
Another significant feature of this phone is its power source; it is expected to include a massive 8000mAh silicone-carbon battery. Very few smartphones boast a battery this large, one example being the Honor 500 Pro, which is only available in China.
Xiaomi is expected to include a fast charger, potentially 120W, though we'll have to wait and see. This expectation is based on the Redmi K90 Promax, which featured a 7100mAh battery and a 100W charger. Given that the Ultra version has an even larger battery, a powerful, fast charger is anticipated.
Chipset Wars
While many gamers tend to favor Snapdragon chipsets due to their superior game optimization, the new, refreshed Dimensity 9500+ will be nonetheless expected to be an extremely powerful processor.
Conclusion
Based on the gathered details, and if the current leaks are accurate, the Redmi K90 Ultra is anticipated to be one of the most powerful smartphones of 2026. We will provide further updates as additional specifications become available.
Similar to previous Xiaomi releases, the K90 Ultra is expected to launch in global markets as the Poco F8 Ultra, potentially with only minor downgrades. This follows the pattern of the K90 Series, which was globally released as the Poco F8 Series.
While reliable, these are just early leaks; final specs, especially battery capacity, often change during prototype testing.
