Realme 12x (India) vs Redmi K90 Max

The Realme 12x (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 44/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 513,809); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (India) doesn't; the Realme 12x (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x (India)
Performance 41
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 70
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Realme 12x (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 227g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1884
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 12x (India) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).

Realme 12x (India): The Realme 12x (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 12x (India) Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 513809 3803420
Geekbench Single 689 3228
Geekbench Multi 1884 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 950 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP66
Dimensions 165.6×76.1×7.7 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 188 g 227 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Realme 12x (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme 12x (India)
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Realme 12x (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 12x (India) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 12x (India) MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
44/100
513809 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +86.5%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 12x (India) by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12x (India)
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (95/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (94/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (78/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x (India) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 12x (India) and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Realme 12x (India) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x (India) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x (India) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Realme 12x (India) over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Realme 12x (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.