Redmi 12 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $150 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 39/100 (a 48-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 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 226g).
Redmi 12
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 198g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $899
- Better portability (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 48 points higher (87/100 vs 39/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (61/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | 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 | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 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 / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $899 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi 12 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi 12 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $749. Redmi 12 was $749 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (93/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (61/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 48 points (87/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi 12 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.