Redmi 12C vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $120 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 25/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $970
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 65 points higher (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi 12C by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. Redmi 12C was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (87/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 65 points (90/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.