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. Both devices score the same overall rating of 54/100. Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Redmi Note 12 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 187g vs 207g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Redmi Note 12 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 54/100. 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, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 102 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| 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 | 187 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Redmi Note 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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performance
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, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
Both devices scored 54/100. They are identical on performance — 52/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Redmi Note 12 Pro (56/100 vs 44/100).
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 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (48/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi Note 12 Pro (56/100 vs 44/100).