Apple iPhone 17 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 227g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 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: $420 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 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 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 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 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (73/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 by 33.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Redmi K90 Ultra was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra (73/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.