Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $401 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 76/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 3,077,585); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $709
- Overall rating 76/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 3077585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9287
- Lighter: 191g vs 206g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 11 points higher (87/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (87/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi K90 by 5.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $308. Redmi K90 was $308 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (87/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.