Realme 12 Pro vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $215 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 55/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 736,675); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Realme 12 Pro
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $420
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 736675
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 935
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2719
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Higher value score: 82/100 vs 70/100
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 18 points higher (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 736675 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 935 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2719 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $420 |
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Realme 12 Pro by 76.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $205. Realme 12 Pro was $205 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.