Realme 12 4G vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 12 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 44/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 467,392); the Realme 12 4G is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Realme 12 4G
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 4G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (95/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 4G | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Realme 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 4G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 12 4G by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Realme 12 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (95/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 4G and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 4G over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.