Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $1099 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 69/100 vs 67/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,590,000); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9553
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2590000
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $1099
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 21/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 2 points higher (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (75/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2590000 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $504 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 31.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $595. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $595.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (77/100 vs 21/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (75/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.