Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads — 56/100 vs 54/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Faster charging: 210W vs 120W
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ scores 2 points higher (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $399 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Redmi Note 12 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi Note 12 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 Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 56/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Redmi Note 12 Pro+?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for everyday use.