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 — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-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 (3,326,259 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (94/100 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)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 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 — 54/100, 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 (94/100 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10243 | |
| 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 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
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
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Realme 12 by 84.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Realme 12 was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 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).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 41 points (88/100 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 — 88/100.
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 (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 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.