Oppo A12 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Oppo A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, 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 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 199,111); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A12 doesn't; the Oppo A12 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A12
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Oppo A12 better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 192g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4230 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A12 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 19/100). 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 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (100/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A12 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A12 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.9×75.5×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A12
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo A12
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A12
- 4230 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A12 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Oppo A12 by 96.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (100/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A12 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A12 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A12 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Oppo A12 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A12 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A12 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A12 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.