Oppo K12 vs Vivo X500
The Oppo K12 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,027,925); the Oppo K12 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo K12
Vivo X500
What makes Oppo K12 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo K12 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo K12 (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo K12 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Oppo K12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo K12 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo K12 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×75.3×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Oppo K12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo K12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo K12
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo K12 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Oppo K12 by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo K12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo K12 (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo K12 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Oppo K12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo K12 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo K12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo K12 by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo K12 and the Vivo X500?
The Oppo K12 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo K12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo K12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Oppo K12 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.