Redmi 12 5G vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi 12 5G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 568,395); the Redmi 12 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 5G
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi 12 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 217g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 5G vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 5G | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 5G and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi 12 5G by 84.7% 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (95/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 5G and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi 12 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 5G over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.