Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs Redmi 17C 5G
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $880 and $139. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads — 73/100 vs 43/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,928 vs 524,785); the Redmi 17C 5G is noticeably lighter (211g vs 231g).
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
Redmi 17C 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617928 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1417 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3851 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 211g vs 231g
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $880
- Better portability (50/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs the Redmi 17C 5G, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max — 58/100, Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max | Redmi 17C 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617928 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1417 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3851 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO OLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1308x2880 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $880 | $139 |
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and Redmi 17C 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads Redmi 17C 5G by 208.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $741. Redmi 17C 5G was $741 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (68/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (74/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (83/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G by 30 points (73/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi 17C 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max over the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 17C 5G is a better fit for everyday use.