Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $504 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6300); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,569,354); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3569354
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $825
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 9553
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 74/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 95/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $504 | $825 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 17 Pro by 6.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $321. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $321.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 95/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.