Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 35/100 vs 22/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Explorer has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 207g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer scores 13 points higher (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (44/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (86/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.