Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 12
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $504 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 12
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $750
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 227g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi K90 Max scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (69/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 12 by 184.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $246. Redmi K90 Max was $246 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (78/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (69/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.