Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $300 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 54/100 (a 33-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 729,766); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 102); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 226g).
Redmi Note 12 Pro
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 187g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $899
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 33 points higher (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro — 50/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (93/100 vs 52/100). 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 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 102 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $899 |
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $599. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $599 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (93/100 vs 52/100).
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 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (81/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 33 points (87/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 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.