Infinix Hot 12i vs Vivo X500
The Infinix Hot 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 26/100 (a 63-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 155,362); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12i doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12i
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Hot 12i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12i and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Infinix Hot 12i by 96.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 12i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12i and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Hot 12i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12i 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.