Apple iPhone 17 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 76/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 210g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 10 points higher (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (73/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 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
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 17 by 40.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $238. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $238 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (89/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (73/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.