Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4323); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,626,008).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max better?
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4323 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 227g vs 240g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max — 50/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4323 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 16, upgradable to iOS 26.4 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×77.6×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 240 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
- 4323 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max by 49.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Redmi K90 Ultra was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.