Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; launch prices were $420 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 56/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $420
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 17 points higher (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 40/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $399 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Note 12 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 341.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.