Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 17 4G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2; launch prices were $504 and $165. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 46/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7700); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 505,682).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 17 4G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 1558
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Lighter: 224g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $504
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 17 4G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100; 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 Note 17 4G (96/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 4G are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 505682 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 484 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 1558 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $165 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 643.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $339. Redmi Note 17 4G was $339 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (96/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (78/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 4G are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Note 17 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.