Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 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 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3013
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (92/100 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 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 39.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.