Vivo X300 Ultra vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $950 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 64/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,322,176); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 113); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Ultra
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 180g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $950
- Better portability (69/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 27 points higher (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 Xiaomi 12 (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (69/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 Ultra | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 4247433 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 170 | 113 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $950 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 Ultra and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12 by 221.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 12 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (99/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (96/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (69/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 27 points (91/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 91/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Ultra over the Xiaomi 12?
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. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.