Huawei nova 12 SE vs Vivo X300s
The Huawei nova 12 SE (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 424,216); the Huawei nova 12 SE is noticeably lighter (186g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 12 SE
Vivo X300s
What makes Huawei nova 12 SE better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 217g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 SE vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (95/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 SE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (74/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 SE | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 14, no Google Play Services | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×75.5×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 12 SE
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 12 SE
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 12 SE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 12 SE and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Huawei nova 12 SE by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 12 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (95/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (94/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE (83/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 SE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (74/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 SE or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 SE by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 SE and the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei nova 12 SE has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 SE or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 SE or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 SE over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.