Nubia Z50S Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 35/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 228g).
Nubia Z50S Pro
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4300 mAh
- Better camera (51/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 210W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 228g
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 2 points higher (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 44/100). 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 Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (41/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 210W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $662 | — |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (41/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.