Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $401 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 76/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 3,077,585); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $999
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 3077585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 13 points higher (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (93/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi K90 by 14.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $598. Redmi K90 was $598 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (93/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.