Redmi K80 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) 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 K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 54/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 120W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Overall rating 54/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 27 points higher (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 210W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 319.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (67/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (87/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 27 points (81/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.