Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $399 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 56/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 731,937); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $970
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 34 points higher (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 40/100, 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 Note 12 Pro+ (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (63/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $571. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was $571 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (81/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (63/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 34 points (90/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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.