Apple iPhone 17 vs Redmi K90

The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $401. Both devices score the same overall rating of 76/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 206g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 76/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Apple iPhone 17

Performance 88
Display 85
Camera 86
Battery 29
Portability 73
Value for money 66

Redmi K90

Performance 91
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 80

What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
  • Lighter: 177g vs 206g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)

What makes Redmi K90 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2156126
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $799

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 29/100)

Comparison verdict

The Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 received the same MobileRank rating — 76/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 Redmi K90 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (72/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 17 Redmi K90
Processor Apple A19 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2156126 3077585
Geekbench Single 3608 3013
Geekbench Multi 8810 9287
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2622x1206 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 40W 100W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157 —
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 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
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 177 g 206 g
Launch price $799 $401

Camera comparison

Apple iPhone 17

  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera

Redmi K90

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 17

  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Redmi K90

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Battery and charging

Apple iPhone 17

  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
29
battery

Redmi K90

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery

Overall performance score

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

Apple iPhone 17 Apple A19
76/100
2156126 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100 +29.9%
3077585 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 29.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Apple iPhone 17

$799

Redmi K90

$401

Launch price difference: $398. Redmi K90 was $398 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (86/100 vs 58/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (72/100 vs 29/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Redmi K90?

Both devices scored 76/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 (91/100 vs 88/100).

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

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.

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

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 58/100).

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

The Apple iPhone 17 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.