Nubia Neo 5 vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 35/100 vs 31/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 44/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 41/100)
- Faster charging: 210W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer scores 4 points higher (35/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (46/100 vs 27/100). 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 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 210W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 207 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
performance
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 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (46/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.