OnePlus 12 vs Redmi K90
The OnePlus 12 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 12 leads — 80/100 vs 76/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5400); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,401,788); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12
Redmi K90
What makes OnePlus 12 better?
- Better camera (83/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2401788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 7100
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5400 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12 vs the Redmi K90, the OnePlus 12 scores 4 points higher (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 12 leads (83/100 vs 58/100). Value score: OnePlus 12 — 74/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 83/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 12 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (55/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2401788 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2200 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7100 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / OxygenOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×9.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $401 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12
- 5400 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:10 hrs, total 28:16 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads OnePlus 12 by 22.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $398. Redmi K90 was $398 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 12 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (55/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12 or the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus 12 edges out the Redmi K90 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12 and the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus 12 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12 or the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus 12 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12 over the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.