Apple iPhone Air vs Redmi K90
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Redmi K90
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Lighter: 165g vs 206g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $999
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (72/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 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
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Apple iPhone Air by 17.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $598. Redmi K90 was $598 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (72/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Redmi K90?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.