Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12S
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 48/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 12S
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 227g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 25 points higher (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 176 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Note 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12S by 532.4% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 25 points (73/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use.