Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $504 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 67/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,803,420).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper: $504 vs $999
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3803420
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 165Hz
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 77/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (75/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $504 | $999 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 Max by 4.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $495. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $495.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (26/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (75/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.