Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $401 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $401
- Better portability (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Redmi K90 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 90/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (72/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $370 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 295.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $31. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $31 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (72/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.