Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $401 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 76/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 3,077,585).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $899
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 3077585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 6 points higher (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (87/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Redmi K90 by 3.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $498. Redmi K90 was $498 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (87/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Redmi K90 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, 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.