Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12

The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $561 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 210g).

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Performance 94
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 82
Design 37
Value for money 71
Xiaomi 12
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 45
Design 75
Value for money 58
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 1322176
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Cheaper: $561 vs $750

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (71/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 210g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100).

Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Xiaomi 12: The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Pro Max Xiaomi 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 4119955 1322176
Geekbench Single 3640 1675
Geekbench Multi 11033 4453
Display 6.9" OLED 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 2608x1200 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 113
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm
Weight 210 g 180 g
Price $561 $750
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Xiaomi 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Xiaomi 12
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100
4119955 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
45/100 -211.6%
1322176 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 by 211.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Pro Max
$561
Xiaomi 12
$750

Price difference: $189. Redmi K90 Pro Max is cheaper by $189.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 19/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (74/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (82/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (75/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 19/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.