Realme 12 vs Redmi K90
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $200 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 36/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Realme 12
Redmi K90
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $401
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 32 points higher (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (53/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $200 | $401 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme 12 by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $201. Realme 12 is cheaper by $201.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (69/100 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 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (65/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 32 points (68/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi K90?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi K90?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.