Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $401 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 68/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,088,357).
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $401 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3088357
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9300
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 71/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 16 points higher (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (42/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $401 | $799 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi K90 by 15.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $398. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $398.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (88/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 71/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (42/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.