Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $561 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-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 (4,119,955 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 12 — 48/100; 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 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (72/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 4119955 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $200 |
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 by 781.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $361. Redmi Note 12 was $361 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (72/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12?
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 is a better fit for everyday use.