Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; launch prices were $561 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $600
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 210g
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 71/100). 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 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi 12T Pro — 50/100; 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 12T Pro (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 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 12T Pro (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12T Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 146.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $39. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $39 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 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 12T Pro (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12T Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12T Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12T 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 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12T 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 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.