Redmi 12 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-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 362,744); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 227g).
Redmi 12
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 198g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $420
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, 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 Redmi 12 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100). 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 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $420 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 12 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi 12 by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $270. Redmi 12 was $270 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (92/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100).
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 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi 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.