Apple iPhone 17e vs Redmi K90
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 59/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3600); 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 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Redmi K90
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 9287
- Lighter: 163g vs 206g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 17 points higher (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (72/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Apple iPhone 17e by 29.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $198. Redmi K90 was $198 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (82/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (58/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (72/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17e — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.