Redmi 12 4G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 38/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 52 points higher (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 4G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 4G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi 12 4G by 92.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 52 points (90/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G 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.