Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 54/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 45W
- Lighter: 207g vs 218g
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 26 points higher (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (81/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 26 points (80/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.