Redmi 12C vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $120 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 25/100 (a 64-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 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $820
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, 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 12C (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 12C by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Redmi 12C was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (87/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C 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.