Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 12 4G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 4G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 12 4G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 227g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 12 4G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 12 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 12 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 12 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 12 4G by 689.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (96/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 12 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Note 12 4G — 44/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.