Infinix Note 30 VIP vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Infinix Note 30 VIP (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8050, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads — 58/100 vs 54/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Note 30 VIP has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Infinix Note 30 VIP is faster in AnTuTu (959,217 vs 731,937); the Infinix Note 30 VIP is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 30 VIP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
What makes Infinix Note 30 VIP better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 959217 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 1146 vs 1032
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2507 vs 2336
- Faster charging: 210W vs 68W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 30 VIP vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Infinix Note 30 VIP scores 4 points higher (58/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Infinix Note 30 VIP are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 30 VIP | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 959217 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1146 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2336 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 210W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×75.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 30 VIP and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note 30 VIP leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 31.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Infinix Note 30 VIP are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (68/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 30 VIP or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP edges out the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 30 VIP and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Note 30 VIP over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Infinix Note 30 VIP (63/100 vs 44/100).