Realme 12 Pro vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $215 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 55/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $899
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 33 points higher (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Realme 12 Pro by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $684. Realme 12 Pro was $684 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (94/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (96/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (81/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.