Nokia C12 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nokia C12 Pro (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 25/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C12 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nokia C12 Pro better?
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C12 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 65 points higher (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (63/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C12 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C12 Pro
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C12 Pro
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C12 Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C12 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (94/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (81/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro (63/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C12 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 Pro by 65 points (90/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C12 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nokia C12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C12 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C12 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.