Vivo iQOO 12 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $810 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 82/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5100); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,433,337).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $810 vs $970
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2433337
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5100 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 205g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 8 points higher (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 12 Pro — 78/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 12 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2433337 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×8.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $810 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo iQOO 12 Pro by 51.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $160. Vivo iQOO 12 Pro was $160 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro over the Vivo X500 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 X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.