Redmi K90 vs Redmi Note 17
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $401 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 51/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 600,942); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 225g).
Redmi K90
Redmi Note 17
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 600942
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2210
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 225g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $401
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 72/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Redmi Note 17, the Redmi K90 scores 25 points higher (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 90/100, Redmi Note 17 — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 17 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2210 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $185 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi Note 17 by 413.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $216. Redmi Note 17 was $216 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 17 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 25 points (76/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.