Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 729,766); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 210W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2507
- Lighter: 163g vs 207g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (50/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (50/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.0% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (73/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (50/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.