Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 43/100 (a 45-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 (3,326,259 vs 476,175); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 63); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 46/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (72/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 85.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Note 12 was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (96/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (72/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the 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.