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; launch prices were $401 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 68/100 (a 8-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 (3,077,585 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $600
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 8 points higher (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $401 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 109.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Redmi K90 was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Xiaomi 12T Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.