Infinix Zero 30 vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Infinix Zero 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 30 leads — 61/100 vs 54/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Zero 30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Infinix Zero 30 is faster in AnTuTu (981,459 vs 731,937); the Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 981459 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 1120 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 185g vs 207g
- Higher performance (59/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 68W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Overall rating 54/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 30 vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Infinix Zero 30 scores 7 points higher (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (69/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 30 | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 981459 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 210W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×75.0×7.9 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 30 and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Zero 30 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 34.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (69/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Infinix Zero 30 edges out the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 30 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Infinix Zero 30 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Infinix Zero 30 leads on camera score (54/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Infinix Zero 30 leads on performance (59/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 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 Zero 30 (69/100 vs 44/100).