Redmi 12 vs Redmi K90
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 39/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $401
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 37 points higher (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi 12 by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Redmi 12 was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (82/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 37 points (76/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.