Infinix Hot 12i vs Redmi K90 Max
The Infinix Hot 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 155,362); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12i doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12i
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Infinix Hot 12i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12i vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12i | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12i and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Infinix Hot 12i by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 12i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12i and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Infinix Hot 12i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12i over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.