Honor 600 Lite vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Honor 600 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor 600 Lite leads — 38/100 vs 35/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 600 Lite has the bigger battery (6520 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Honor 600 Lite is noticeably lighter (180g vs 207g).
Honor 600 Lite
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Bigger battery: 6520 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 180g vs 207g
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 210W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Better camera (46/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Honor 600 Lite vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Honor 600 Lite scores 3 points higher (38/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (85/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor 600 Lite | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6520 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 210W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $362 | — |
Honor 600 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Honor 600 Lite
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 600 Lite
- 6520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (75/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (85/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor 600 Lite or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Honor 600 Lite edges out the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor 600 Lite and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Honor 600 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 600 Lite or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (46/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Honor 600 Lite over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Honor 600 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.