Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Redmi K90
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 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 63/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 2,601,000); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 233g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Redmi K90
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9300
- Higher performance (72/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (66/100 vs 53/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 2601000
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 233g
- Cheaper: $401 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 8/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 5 points higher (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (42/100 vs 8/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (82/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2601000 | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $401 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 15.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $798. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $798.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (71/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (42/100 vs 8/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (82/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (66/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.