Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 56/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (92/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (85/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | — | |
| Launch price | $399 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (85/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 36 points (92/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.