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; estimated prices are $799 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 55/100 (a 12-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 (3,803,420 vs 2,450,000); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3228
  • Lighter: 177g vs 227g

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2450000
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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: $504 vs $799

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 64/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2450000 3803420
Geekbench Single 3608 3228
Geekbench Multi 8810 9553
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
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
Price $799 $504
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 17 Apple A19
55/100
2450000 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +35.6%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 17 by 35.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $295.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (82/100 vs 64/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (77/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 64/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.