Realme 12 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 47/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).
Realme 12
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $420
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 26 points higher (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $420 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Realme 12 by 83.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $220. Realme 12 was $220 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12 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.