Infinix Hot 12 vs Vivo X500
The Infinix Hot 12 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 348,562); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Hot 12 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | 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
- 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
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Infinix Hot 12 by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Hot 12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.