Vivo X500 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 64/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,322,176).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Overall rating 64/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 4838033 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 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 | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 by 265.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (100/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 28 points (92/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.