Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy A34
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 54/100 vs 50/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A34 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy A34
- Faster charging: 210W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 44/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 207g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy A34, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer scores 4 points higher (54/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (48/100 vs 36/100). 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 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy A34 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 161.3×78.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | $400 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A34
- Main: 48MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A34
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A34
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy A34, 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 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy A34?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer edges out the Samsung Galaxy A34 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy A34?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy A34 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy A34?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (48/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy A34?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A34 is a better fit for everyday use.