Huawei nova 12 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 57/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 226g).
Huawei nova 12
Vivo X300 Pro
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 191g vs 226g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (96/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 30 points higher (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (75/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Huawei nova 12
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In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (96/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (75/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 30 points (87/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.