Vivo X300s vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $723 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $750
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 180g vs 217g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300s vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo X300s scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, 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 X300s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (69/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300s | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3703823 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $723 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300s and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Xiaomi 12 by 180.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $27. Vivo X300s was $27 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (95/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (83/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (69/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Xiaomi 12?
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 is a better fit for active users.