Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; estimated prices are $504 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 35/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8550); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 809,091).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 32 points (67/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Redmi Note 17 Pro
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 71
Design 17
Value for money 94
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 809091
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1009
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2892
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
  • Lighter: 226g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $230 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (17/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (17/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 75/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 17 Pro: The Redmi Note 17 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Redmi Note 17 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
AnTuTu 3803420 809091
Geekbench Single 3228 1009
Geekbench Multi 9553 2892
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1280x2772
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68/IP69K
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm
Weight 227 g 226 g
Price $504 $230
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Redmi Note 17 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Redmi Note 17 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Redmi Note 17 Pro
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 17 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
35/100 -370.1%
809091 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 370.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Redmi Note 17 Pro
$230

Price difference: $274. Redmi Note 17 Pro is cheaper by $274.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (82/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (17/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 32 points (67/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 17 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.