Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi K90
The Realme 12 Pro+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $400 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 798,429); the Realme 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro+
Redmi K90
What makes Realme 12 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $401
- Better camera (67/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro+ vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro+ — 48/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Realme 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro+ | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro+
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro+ and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme 12 Pro+ by 74.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Realme 12 Pro+ was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (91/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Realme 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90?
The Realme 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Redmi K90?
The Realme 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (67/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro+ over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.