Apple iPhone Air vs Redmi K90 Max
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $504. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3293
- Lighter: 165g vs 227g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K90 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Redmi K90 Max and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (78/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Apple iPhone Air by 32.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $495. Redmi K90 Max was $495 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
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 Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (78/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K90 Max?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 92/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.