Redmi Note 12 4G vs Vivo X300 Pro

The Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 44/100 (a 43-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 (3,269,794 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 4G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 226g).

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G by 43 points (87/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 4G
Performance 33
Display 79
Camera 34
Battery 46
Portability 70
Value for money
Vivo X300 Pro
Performance 93
Display 84
Camera 96
Battery 81
Portability 43
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi Note 12 4G better?
  • Lighter: 183g vs 226g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
  • Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 4G vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 43 points higher (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).

Redmi Note 12 4G: The Redmi Note 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 4G Vivo X300 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 467392 3269794
Geekbench Single 466 3228
Geekbench Multi 1396 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6510 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 171
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm
Weight 183 g 226 g
Price $834
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
34
camera
Vivo X300 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
96
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 4G
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Vivo X300 Pro
  • 6510 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
81
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 12 4G and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 12 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
44/100
467392 AnTuTu
Vivo X300 Pro Dimensity 9500
87/100 +85.7%
3269794 AnTuTu

Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 4G by 85.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12 4G
Price unknown
Vivo X300 Pro
$834
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (93/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (96/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (81/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G by 43 points (87/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 4G and the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 4G over the Vivo X300 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. 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.