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; estimated prices are $504 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 67/100 (a 17-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 (3,803,420 vs 3,654,776).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3654776
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $799
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 17 points higher (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $504 | $799 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
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
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 4.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $295.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (26/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 55/100).
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 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
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 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 82/100).
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, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.