Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Vivo X500
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Vivo X500 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 40/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Hot 12 Play better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 12 Play
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.