Realme 12 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Realme 12
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Realme 12 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $699. Realme 12 was $699 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (93/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (96/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.