Redmi 12 vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $150 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-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 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $723
- Better portability (61/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (61/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Weight | 198 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi 12 by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $573. Redmi 12 was $573 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (61/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 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.