Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12R
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. 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 (3,622,315 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12R
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12R better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 210g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12R, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12R and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12R by 537.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12R
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12R and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 12R — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.