Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $561 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 86/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 3,248,535); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10162
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $709
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 210g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 1 points higher (87/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 by 11.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $148. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $148 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Redmi K90 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.