Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 54/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 226g).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo X300 Pro
- Faster charging: 210W vs 90W
- Lighter: 207g vs 226g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 33 points higher (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (93/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (93/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 33 points (87/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.