Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $561 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 829,894); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (210g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 210g vs 226g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7560 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $561
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; 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 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (54/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 829894 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 336.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $331. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $331 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (89/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (54/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.