Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 47/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 493,222).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (85/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 176 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12S by 89.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (85/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 45 points (92/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.