Redmi 12 4G vs Vivo X300 Pro

The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 38/100 (a 49-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 (3,269,794 vs 362,744); the Redmi 12 4G is noticeably lighter (198g vs 226g).

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Performance 29
Display 57
Camera 33
Battery 43
Portability 58
Value for money
Vivo X300 Pro
Performance 93
Display 84
Camera 96
Battery 81
Portability 43
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 226g

  • Better portability (58/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1375
  • Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (96/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 49 points higher (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (58/100 vs 43/100).

Redmi 12 4G: The Redmi 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12 4G Vivo X300 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 362744 3269794
Geekbench Single 430 3228
Geekbench Multi 1375 9553
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6510 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 171
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm
Weight 198 g 226 g
Launch price $899
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Vivo X300 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
96
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6510 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
81
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12 4G and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12 4G MediaTek Helio G88
38/100
362744 AnTuTu
Vivo X300 Pro Dimensity 9500
87/100 +88.9%
3269794 AnTuTu

Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi 12 4G by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 4G
Price unknown
Vivo X300 Pro
$899
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (93/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (84/100 vs 57/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (96/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (58/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G over the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Redmi 12 4G 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.