Redmi 12C vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $120 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 25/100 (a 64-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 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $723
- Better portability (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, 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 12C (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi 12C by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $603. Redmi 12C was $603 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C 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.