Redmi 17C vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 32/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 358,608); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't; the Redmi 17C is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $504
- Better portability (53/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 43 points higher (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi 17C by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $404. Redmi 17C was $404 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 43 points (75/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.