Apple iPhone 15 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3349); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,626,008); the Apple iPhone 15 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 227g
- Better camera (76/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3349 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $799
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 leads (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 — 44/100, Redmi K90 Max — 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 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 15 by 56.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max was $295 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (96/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (78/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 15 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.