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; estimated prices are $561 and $799. Both devices score the same overall rating of 84/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 3,654,776).

Both devices scored the same rating of 84/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Performance 94
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 82
Design 37
Value for money 71
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 3654776
  • Lighter: 210g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $561 vs $799

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 88/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (71/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (90/100 vs 74/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (71/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Pro Max Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 4119955 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033 11033
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
Price $561 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100
4119955 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 -12.7%
3654776 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 12.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Pro Max
$561
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $238. Redmi K90 Pro Max is cheaper by $238.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (90/100 vs 74/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (71/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

Both devices scored 84/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Pro Max.

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 84/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

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 74/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 88/100).

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. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.