Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 729,766); the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo iQOO 13
- Faster charging: 210W vs 120W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 54/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (73/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.