Redmi 12C vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $120 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 25/100 (a 63-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 348,562); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 45); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $899
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 63 points higher (88/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 12C and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi 12C by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $779. Redmi 12C was $779 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (96/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 63 points (88/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C 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.