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).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Faster charging: 210W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 43/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | 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 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- 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: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- 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, 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).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
Both devices scored 54/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi Note 12 Pro.
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?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.