Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $561 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 86/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,622,315).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $799
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3622315
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 2 points higher (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). 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 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi K90 Pro Max by 0.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $238. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $238 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
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 Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the Redmi K90 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.