Redmi just confirmed the K90 Pro Max and showed off its design — and it’s definitely eye-catching. The teaser reveals a denim-textured back panel with a shiny silver frame, a large circular camera island, and the official launch date: October 23 in China.
Where it fits
The K-series has always been Redmi’s answer to power-hungry users who don’t want to pay flagship prices. With the new K90 Pro Max, Redmi is once again packing top-tier hardware into a phone that stays relatively affordable. Even Xiaomi’s 17 Pro Max, with its clever rear display, shows how the company keeps pushing stylish innovation across all its brands.
A closer look at the design
The K90 Pro Max will come in two main finishes — a unique denim blue version with a fabric-like texture, and a Flowing Gold White variant with a sleek, premium look.
On the front, there’s a centered punch-hole camera with very slim bezels. Around the back, you’ll see a circular camera setup placed inside a rectangular area that slightly raises from the surface. It gives the phone a modern yet classic Redmi feel.
Audio gets special attention this time too. Redmi says its Bose-tuned speakers deliver clearer, deeper sound for everything from games to playlists. For those who want to go even further with audio control, the CMF Headphone Pro offers real-time sound customization that’s setting a new trend in personal listening.
What we still don’t know
Redmi hasn’t shared the full specs yet. Rumors suggest a flagship Snapdragon chip, a large battery, and fast charging — but we’ll have to wait for the launch event to get the confirmed details.
For context, the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 platform is powering most upcoming flagships, so it wouldn’t be surprising if Redmi uses it here.
Why this matters
The K90 Pro Max could be one of Redmi’s best-looking phones yet. The denim texture stands out in a market full of glossy glass backs, and the Bose partnership hints at a real audio upgrade.
If Redmi pairs this bold design with strong performance and a competitive price, the K90 Pro Max could easily become one of the most popular mid-flagship phones in China this year — much like the Poco F8 Ultra that’s been in the news for its triple 50MP setup and periscope camera.
What to expect at launch
When the phone launches on October 23, expect Redmi to reveal:
- The exact processor (most likely a Snapdragon flagship chip)
- Camera details, including if there’s a telephoto or periscope lens
- Battery size and charging speed
- Pricing for different models
In short
The Redmi K90 Pro Max combines a fresh new design, Bose-tuned audio, and what’s likely to be serious power under the hood. With the official launch just days away, it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting Redmi phones in recent memory.
Last Updated on October 18, 2025 by Lucy
