Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $561 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A17
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $561
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 43/100). 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 44/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 — 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 Samsung Galaxy A17 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $147 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 553.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $414. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $414 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
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 Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.