iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Redmi K50i: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 17 Pro Max
Redmi K50i
iPhone 17 Pro Max wins 4 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeediPhone 17 Pro Max9080
- CameraiPhone 17 Pro Max8584
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 17 Pro Max7660
- BatteryRedmi K50i8688
- DisplayRedmi K50i9092
- ConnectivityiPhone 17 Pro Max10065
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueRedmi K50i5568
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery5,088 mAh vs 5,080 mAh
- Redmi K50i charges faster67W vs 40W
- Redmi K50i has a sharper main camera64.4 MP vs 48 MP
- Redmi K50i has a smoother screen144 Hz vs 120 Hz
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.57"
- Redmi K50i is lighter200 g vs 233 g
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 15.9 MP
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.3
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MT6895Z
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 17 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 84.5/100
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,088 mAh vs 5,080 mAh) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.57"). The Redmi K50i is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (67W vs 40W).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
Faster wired charging: 67W vs 40W · Higher-resolution main camera: 64.4 MP vs 48 MP
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 17 Pro Max or Redmi K50i?
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,088 mAh vs 5,080 mAh) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.57"). The Redmi K50i is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (67W vs 40W). BeastScore: iPhone 17 Pro Max 84.5/100, Redmi K50i 83.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17 Pro Max and Redmi K50i?
iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery. Redmi K50i has a 6.57-inch display and 5080 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 17 Pro Max and Redmi K50i compare for speed?
iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 90/100 for performance; Redmi K50i scores 80/100.
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