Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 90W
- Lighter: 207g vs 217g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 80.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (83/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.