Redmi K90 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $420 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 73/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 3,182,664); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 3182664
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $899
- Overall rating 73/100
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 9 points higher (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $479. Redmi K90 Ultra was $479 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.