Realme 12+ vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 12+ (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7050, 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 53/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 806,012).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12+
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 12+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2398
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12+ vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 37 points higher (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12+ (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12+ and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12+ | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 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 | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 12+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12+ and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme 12+ by 83.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12+
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ (100/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12+ (81/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12+ and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ by 37 points (90/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12+ and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 12+ has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12+ 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.