Apple iPhone 16 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $447 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 67/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,650,000); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 227g).
Apple iPhone 16
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 170g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $447 vs $504
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1650000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 7 points higher (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (79/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1650000 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| 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 | 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 | 170 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $447 | $504 |
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 56.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $57. Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper by $57.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (78/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (79/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.