Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Redmi K90
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1199 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 62/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,890,000); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Redmi K90
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3050
- Better camera (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1890000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $401 vs $1199
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 6 points higher (68/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (42/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (82/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1890000 | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $401 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 38.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $798. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $798.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (69/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (89/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (71/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (42/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (82/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leads on camera score (89/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.