Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 76/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7560); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,897,821); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3897821
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7560 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 98/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 10 points higher (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 98/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (54/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3897821 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi K90 Pro Max by 16.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 98/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (54/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.