Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo X200 Ultra

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X200 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,092,340 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 229g).

The Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Performance 52
Display 79
Camera 48
Battery 50
Portability 44
Value for money
Vivo X200 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 78
Portability 34
Value for money 84
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
  • Faster charging: 210W vs 90W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 207g vs 229g

  • Better portability (44/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3092340 vs 729766
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1032
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10095 vs 2507
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 48/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (93/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).

Redmi Note 12 Explorer: The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X200 Ultra: The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 Explorer Vivo X200 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 729766 3092340
Geekbench Single 1032 3100
Geekbench Multi 2507 10095
Display 6.7" OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 3168x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 210W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 167
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 15 / OriginOS 5
Brightness (peak) 900 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm
Weight 207 g 229 g
Launch price $889
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
48
camera
Vivo X200 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Vivo X200 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3168x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 210W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo X200 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 12 Explorer MediaTek Dimensity 1080
54/100
729766 AnTuTu
Vivo X200 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
86/100 +76.4%
3092340 AnTuTu

Vivo X200 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 76.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknown
Vivo X200 Ultra
$889
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 52/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (93/100 vs 48/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (78/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X200 Ultra?

The Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X200 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X200 Ultra?

The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 48/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X200 Ultra?

The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo X200 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.