Realme 12 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $200 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Realme 12
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (96/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $200 | $561 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 12 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme 12 by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $361. Realme 12 is cheaper by $361.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (82/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (65/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (96/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.