Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 54/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 729,766); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Faster charging: 210W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 2507
- Lighter: 180g vs 207g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 12 points higher (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (80/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 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 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (80/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (48/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.