Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 54/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 731,937); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 60W
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Better display (79/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 24 points higher (78/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (66/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 78.8% 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 Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (67/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (66/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 24 points (78/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.