Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Vivo Y77 (China)
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads — 35/100 vs 29/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y77 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Explorer has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y77 (China) doesn't.
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Vivo Y77 (China)
- Faster charging: 210W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (46/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 39/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh
- Lighter: 194g vs 207g
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Redmi Note 12 Explorer scores 6 points higher (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Vivo Y77 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 194 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y77 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y77 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y77 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (46/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (57/100 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 Y77 (China)?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer edges out the Vivo Y77 (China) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Vivo Y77 (China)?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Vivo Y77 (China)?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer leads on camera score (46/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Vivo Y77 (China)?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.