Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi is gearing up to launch its next flagship, the Redmi K90 Pro, in October or November 2025, shortly after the Xiaomi 16 series debuts in September. According to a new leak from reliable tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS), the K90 Pro is set to bring serious camera hardware upgrades—particularly in its periscope telephoto camera department.
Redmi K90 Pro to Feature OmniVision OV50Q 50MP Periscope Sensor
According to the leak, the Redmi K90 Pro will feature the OmniVision OV50Q sensor—a powerful 50MP, 1/1.3-inch sensor. This sensor is equipped with cutting-edge LOFIC (Lateral Overflow Integration Capacitor) and QPD V3 (Quad Phase Detection) technologies that enhance:
• Dynamic range
• Autofocus speed
• Power efficiency
• Smooth frame transitions
• Super frame synthesis
This would make the K90 Pro one of the first in its segment to offer a flagship-grade periscope telephoto lens, following a broader trend where brands like iQOO, OnePlus, and Realme are also set to include similar features in their upcoming flagships.
Display and Design: High-End Visual Experience
The Redmi K90 Pro is rumored to sport a 6.59-inch flat LTPS display with 2K resolution and new advanced display materials, likely focusing on:
• Sharp image quality
• Improved brightness
• Slimmer bezels
This makes it one of the sharpest and most immersive displays in its category, especially among budget flagships.
Performance: Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
Under the hood, the K90 Pro is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, Qualcomm’s latest flagship SoC built on the 3nm TSMC N3P process. Early Geekbench 6 scores suggest the chip reaches:
• 4,000 points in single-core
• Exceptional performance in multi-core tasks
• Enhanced energy efficiency over its predecessor
This chip will likely deliver next-gen gaming, AI processing, and multitasking capabilities that rival true premium-tier smartphones.
Global Launch Likely as Poco F8 Ultra
Just like the Redmi K80 Pro was rebranded as the Poco F7 Ultra for global markets, it’s expected that the Redmi K90 Pro will also make its international debut as the Poco F8 Ultra.
This move allows Xiaomi to:
• Bring flagship-level features to global users
• Retain the Redmi K-series exclusivity in China
• Compete aggressively in the upper mid-range and premium market segments worldwide
Final Thoughts
With the OmniVision OV50Q periscope camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, and a 2K flat display, the Redmi K90 Pro is shaping up to be one of the most powerful and feature-packed smartphones of 2025 in the upper mid-range segment.
Whether you're a mobile photography enthusiast, a performance-driven user, or just someone looking for a premium experience at a competitive price, the K90 Pro—or its global avatar, the Poco F8 Ultra—could be the phone to watch.
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