Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 54/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 216g
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 28 points higher (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (65/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (75/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 28 points (82/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.