Redmi K100 vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 54/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 234g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Redmi K100 scores 19 points higher (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (44/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 210W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 350.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (80/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (44/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K100 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.