Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 43/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 476,175); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 63); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $950
- Better portability (72/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 48 points higher (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 46/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (96/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (72/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $750. Redmi Note 12 was $750 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (99/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (96/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (72/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 48 points (91/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.