Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; launch prices were $561 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 729,766); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $561
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 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 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 50/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 4119955 | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| 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 / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| 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 | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $399 |
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 464.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $162. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was $162 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (98/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
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 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for everyday use.