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 — 74/100 vs 54/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 731,937); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 210W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2507
- Lighter: 162g vs 207g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 74.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (77/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (89/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).
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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.