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; launch prices were $504 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-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 (3,760,662 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
- Lighter: 226g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $504
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; 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 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 829894 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 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 | 8 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 | |
| Launch price | $504 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 353.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $274. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $274 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 17 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
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.