Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 80/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 3,551,073); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (210g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 11047
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 3551073
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 210g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $1299
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by 2.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $738. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $738 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (89/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 6 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 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.