Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 70/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,349,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1349808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 204g vs 210g
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (97/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1349808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 168.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (97/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (89/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users.