Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $420 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 12
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $420
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Redmi Note 12 — 38/100; 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 (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 by 579.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Redmi Note 12 was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (92/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.