Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $504 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 75/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,654,776).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3654776
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $799
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 13 points higher (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 2.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max was $295 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.