OnePlus 12R vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 63/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,844,595); the OnePlus 12R is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $499
- Higher performance (92/100 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 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 10 points higher (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 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 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $420 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads OnePlus 12R by 43.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Redmi K90 Ultra was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the OnePlus 12R — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.