OnePlus 12R vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 63/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,844,595); the OnePlus 12R is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $504
- Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus 12R by 51.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $5. OnePlus 12R was $5 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the OnePlus 12R — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.