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; estimated prices are $420 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 75/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 3,119,308); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).

The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 92
Portability 40
Value for money 86
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Performance 93
Display 94
Camera 63
Battery 87
Portability 54
Value for money 76
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
  • Cheaper: $420 vs $899

  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 87/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 3119308
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3041
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9494
  • Lighter: 205g vs 227g

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 76/100). 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 Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17T Pro: The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Xiaomi 17T Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3119308 3207005
Geekbench Single 3041 3228
Geekbench Multi 9494 9553
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 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
Price $420 $899
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
92
battery
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
75/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17T Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100 +2.7%
3207005 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 2.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Xiaomi 17T Pro
$899

Price difference: $479. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $479.

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 Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).

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 7 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 75/100, 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, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.