Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 731,937); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Overall rating 54/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 210W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 394.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.