Redmi K90 Ultra vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; launch prices were $420 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-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 1,469,638); the Xiaomi 12T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $600
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 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 Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 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 | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 120.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Redmi K90 Ultra was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (92/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 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 Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 12T Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.