Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,452,754).
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 221g vs 227g
- Better camera (83/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1452754
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1199
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. 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 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1452754 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $420 |
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 53.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $779. Redmi K90 Ultra was $779 cheaper at launch.
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 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (83/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 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 15 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.