Vivo X300s vs Xiaomi 12 Lite

The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $723 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 217g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
Xiaomi 12 Lite
Performance 54
Display 80
Camera 49
Battery 38
Portability 82
Value for money 50
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 781542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1017
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2943
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 49/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 217g
  • Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $723

  • Better portability (82/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo X300s vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Vivo X300s scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Vivo X300s — 90/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (82/100 vs 42/100).

Vivo X300s: The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12 Lite: The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo X300s Xiaomi 12 Lite
Processor Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
AnTuTu 3703823 781542
Geekbench Single 3228 1017
Geekbench Multi 9553 2943
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.5" AMOLED
Resolution 2800x1260 2400x1080
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 90W 67W
Wireless charging 40W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / OriginOS 6 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 950 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm
Weight 217 g 173 g
Launch price $723 $370
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • Main: 108MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
49
camera
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
38
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Vivo X300s and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100
3703823 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Lite Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
55/100 -373.9%
781542 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 373.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X300s
$723
Xiaomi 12 Lite
$370

Launch price difference: $353. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $353 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (94/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (94/100 vs 49/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (83/100 vs 38/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (82/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 49/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.