Realme 12x (China) vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme 12x (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-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 513,809); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (China) doesn't; the Realme 12x (China) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Realme 12x (China)
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better portability (69/100 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 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12x (China) vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (69/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme 12x (China) | 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 | 1080x2400 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 7.9×None×None mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $420 |
Realme 12x (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12x (China)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 12x (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Realme 12x (China) and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Realme 12x (China) by 83.5% in our overall performance rating.
Realme 12x (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (92/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (69/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12x (China) or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x (China) and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12x (China) has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x (China) or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x (China) or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x (China) over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 12x (China) 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.