Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 54/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4300); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is noticeably lighter (207g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 12 Explorer better?
- Faster charging: 210W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 235g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Explorer vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Explorer | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 210W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Explorer
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 210W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Explorer and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 85.4% 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (100/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer (92/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Explorer is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Explorer by 38 points (92/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Explorer and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12 Explorer has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Explorer or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Explorer over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.