Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $504 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 67/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,593,401).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3593401
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $999
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 72/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 41/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Lighter: 226g vs 227g
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (17/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 15 points higher (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 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 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (17/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (75/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $504 | $999 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 5.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $495. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $495.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (17/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (75/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.