Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 4G
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2; launch prices were $561 and $165. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 4G has the bigger battery (7700 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 505,682).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 17 4G
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1558
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 210g vs 224g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7700 vs 7560 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $561
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 17 4G, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (97/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 505682 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 484 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1558 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 7.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $165 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 616.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $396. Redmi Note 17 4G was $396 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (97/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (89/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 17 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.