Realme 12 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $200 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 47/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 513,809).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 43 points higher (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | 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 | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- 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: 45W
- 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 89.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Realme 12 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 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 43 points (90/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, 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 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
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.