Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Redmi K90
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 76/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Redmi K90
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9287
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Redmi K90, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 3 points higher (79/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (72/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 7100 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 | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- 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
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 17.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $698. Redmi K90 was $698 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (94/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (72/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Redmi K90 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.