Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $561 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 783,606); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12 Lite
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $561
- Better portability (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 42/100; 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 Xiaomi 12 Lite (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Lite are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (82/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 362.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $191. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $191 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Lite are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (78/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (89/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (82/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.