Realme 12 Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $215 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $561
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme 12 Pro by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $346. Realme 12 Pro was $346 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (78/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.