Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $399 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $820
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 40/100, 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 Note 12 Pro+ (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 81.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $421. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was $421 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (84/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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.