Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y17s
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y17s (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 34/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 348,562); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y17s doesn't; the Vivo Y17s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y17s
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y17s better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y17s, the Redmi K90 Max scores 41 points higher (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y17s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y17s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.7×75.4×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y17s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y17s
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y17s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y17s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y17s by 978.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y17s
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y17s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y17s?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y17s by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y17s?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y17s — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y17s?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y17s?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y17s?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.