Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 54/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 731,937); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 16 points higher (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (72/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" 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 S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.8% 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 S26+ significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (72/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (48/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.