Redmi Note 12R vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12R
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 12R better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12R vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12R | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12R and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 12R by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12R
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12R and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 12R has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12R 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.