Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,551,073); the Redmi K90 Max is noticeably lighter (227g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10243
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3551073
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 227g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Redmi K90 Max — 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by 5.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $795. Redmi K90 Max was $795 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.