Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 35/100 vs 26/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Explorer has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Faster charging: 210W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 173g vs 207g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer scores 9 points higher (35/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 173 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (83/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.