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 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,026,828); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2026828
- 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 76/100)
- 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 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17T — 66/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (91/100 vs 76/100). 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 | 3077585 | 2026828 | |
| 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 51.8% 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (91/100 vs 76/100).
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 5 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 — 71/100.
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 76/100).
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.