Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 54/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 230g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 37 points higher (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (85/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (85/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 37 points (91/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.