Redmi K90 vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 54/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,086,235 vs 729,766); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Redmi K90
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 207g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 54/100
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Redmi K90 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3086235 | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 210W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 322.9% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (72/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.