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; launch prices were $561 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-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 (3,622,315 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $750
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 210g
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi 12 — 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (97/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (69/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $561 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 by 174.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $189. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $189 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (97/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (78/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (89/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (69/100 vs 54/100).
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 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 68/100).
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, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.