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 $300. 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 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12 Pro
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 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $561
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 12 Pro — 46/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (97/100 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 102 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 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 | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
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 394.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (97/100 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 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
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 — 54/100.
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 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
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 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.