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 39/100 (a 47-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 (3,897,821 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3897821 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $561
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 34/100). 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 46/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 12 — 38/100; 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 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3897821 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 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 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
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 718.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $361. Redmi Note 12 was $361 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
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 — 39/100.
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 34/100).
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.