Huawei nova 12 vs Vivo X300s
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 12
Vivo X300s
What makes Huawei nova 12 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 191g vs 217g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (75/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (94/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (83/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (75/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 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.