Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 79/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3639
- Lighter: 206g vs 210g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9988
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $1099
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, 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 92/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 29.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $538. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $538 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (94/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (89/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.