Apple iPhone 16 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max

The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 210g).

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Apple iPhone 16

Performance 84
Display 61
Camera 78
Battery 24
Portability 79
Value for money 50

Redmi K90 Pro Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 78
Battery 89
Portability 54
Value for money 90

What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?

  • Lighter: 170g vs 210g

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1972476
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3561 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
  • Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $799

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 61/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 54/100).

Apple iPhone 16: The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 16 Redmi K90 Pro Max
Processor Apple A18 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1972476 3622315
Geekbench Single 3100 3639
Geekbench Multi 7700 11047
Display 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.9" OLED
Resolution 2556x1179 2608x1200
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3561 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 25W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 147 —
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 12 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS iOS 18 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 170 g 210 g
Launch price $799 $561

Camera comparison

Apple iPhone 16

  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
78
camera

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 16

  • 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
61
display

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Apple iPhone 16

  • 3561 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
24
battery

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Overall performance score

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

Apple iPhone 16 Apple A18
68/100
1972476 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100 +45.5%
3622315 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 45.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Apple iPhone 16

$799

Redmi K90 Pro Max

$561

Launch price difference: $238. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $238 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 61/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (89/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

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

The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.

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

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).

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

The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.