Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads — 76/100 vs 54/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is faster in AnTuTu (3,154,662 vs 729,766).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Faster charging: 210W vs 120W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3154662 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 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 leads (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3154662 | |
| 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 | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 120W | |
| 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $400 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo iQOO Neo 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
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?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.