Vivo iQOO 12 Pro vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $810 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 82/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 2,433,337); the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 205g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $810 vs $899
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 2433337
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 6 points higher (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 79/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 12 Pro — 78/100, 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 12 Pro | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2433337 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×8.6 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $810 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
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 Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Vivo iQOO 12 Pro by 26.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $89. Vivo iQOO 12 Pro was $89 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (96/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.