Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi K90
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 76/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,077,585); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi K90
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3077585
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $898. Redmi K90 was $898 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K90 by just 4 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?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.