Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 17T
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $504 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 55/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,047,329); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 17T
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2047329
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 59/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $449 vs $504
- Better camera (59/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T leads (59/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 2047329 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $504 | $449 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 17T by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $55. Xiaomi 17T is cheaper by $55.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (82/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (77/100 vs 59/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 17T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T leads on camera score (59/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.