Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo Y32t

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo Y32t (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 35/100 vs 11/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y32t has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Explorer has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y32t doesn't; the Vivo Y32t is noticeably lighter (179g vs 207g).

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t by 24 points (35/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 44
Design 41
Value for money 55
Vivo Y32t
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Y32t better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Lighter: 179g vs 207g

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo Y32t, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer scores 24 points higher (35/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (46/100 vs 0/100). 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 Y32t (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y32t significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi Note 12 Explorer: The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y32t: The Vivo Y32t is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 Explorer Vivo Y32t
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MediaTek Helio P70 ()
AnTuTu 729766
Geekbench Single 1032
Geekbench Multi 2507
Display 6.7" OLED 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 210W
Main camera 200 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 900 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm 164.0×75.2×8.3 mm
Weight 207 g 179 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
46
camera
Vivo Y32t
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y32t
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 210W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Vivo Y32t
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
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 Y32t (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t (46/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y32t significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (76/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo Y32t?

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t by 24 points (35/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo Y32t?

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y32t — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo Y32t?

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (46/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo Y32t?

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y32t is a better fit for everyday use.