Redmi K80 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12 Explorer
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 54/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 729,766).
Redmi K80 Ultra
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 19 points higher (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra 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 K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 2876004 | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 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 / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Redmi Note 12 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 294.1% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra 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 K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (86/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra 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 K80 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12 Explorer?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.