Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; estimated prices are $401 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 51/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,484,323).
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1484323
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $401 vs $600
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 61/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 53/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 17 points higher (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 1484323 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 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 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $401 | $600 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 108.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $199. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $199.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (69/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12T Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for everyday use.