Apple iPhone 17 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3293
- Lighter: 177g vs 227g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $799
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 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
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 17 by 42.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max was $295 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (78/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.