Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 54/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 45W
- Lighter: 207g vs 309g
- Better display (79/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 15 points higher (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (44/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | — | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 75.0% 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 TriFold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (90/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (44/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Explorer — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.