Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1164 and $420. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,870,000); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 73/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Performance 85
Display 85
Camera 86
Battery 24
Portability 56
Value for money 56
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3041
  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1870000
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 8300
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3582 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $420 vs $1164

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1870000 3119308
Geekbench Single 3400 3041
Geekbench Multi 8300 9494
Display 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2622x1206 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 3582 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 18 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 199 g 227 g
Price $1164 $420
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 3582 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
24
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple A18 Pro
73/100
1870000 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +40.1%
3119308 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 40.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
$1164
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $744. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $744.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).

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 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (78/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Ultra.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.