Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 207 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 80.0% 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 Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (90/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (90/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.