Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 54/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 731,937); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 36 points higher (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 85.4% 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 36 points (90/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.