Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 79.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (80/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.