Realme 12 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $215 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $820
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (96/100 vs 52/100). 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 Realme 12 Pro (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 12 Pro by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $605. Realme 12 Pro was $605 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (96/100 vs 52/100).
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 Realme 12 Pro (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (84/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro 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.