Redmi 12 5G vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi 12 5G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 38/100 (a 50-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 (3,326,259 vs 568,395); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 63); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 12 5G doesn't; the Redmi 12 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 5G
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi 12 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 226g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 5G vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 50 points higher (88/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 13/100). 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 5G (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 5G | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Redmi 12 5G and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi 12 5G by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (96/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G by 50 points (88/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 5G and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi 12 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 5G 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.