Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. 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 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3293
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus 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 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 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 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 47.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Plus — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.