Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo Y53t 5G
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 35/100 vs 11/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y53t 5G 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 Y53t 5G doesn't; the Vivo Y53t 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 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)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 186g vs 207g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, 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 Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (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 Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo Y53t 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 186 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 6.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 5000 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 Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (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 Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (67/100 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 Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 24 points (35/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
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 Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.