Redmi 17C vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $100 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 25/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 358,383); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Redmi 17C
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 206g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 59 points higher (84/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (82/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (100/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $100 | $561 |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi 17C and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi 17C by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $461. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $461.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (94/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (74/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (82/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (100/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 59 points (84/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.