Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 731,937); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 67W
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 86.0% 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 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (85/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (75/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.