Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 17T
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $401 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,494 vs 2,173,332); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126494 vs 2173332
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $449
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Redmi K90 scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17T — 68/100; 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 Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (74/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3126494 | 2173332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 17T by 43.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $48. Redmi K90 was $48 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (74/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Xiaomi 17T by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.