Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 211g
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 81.4% 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 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 X500?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.