Redmi 12 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $150 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $820
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Vivo X500 — 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 12 by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Redmi 12 was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.