Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 67/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,540,240).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1540240
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 5401
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Overall rating 67/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity), the Vivo X500 Pro scores 23 points higher (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) by 225.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) by 23 points (90/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
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. The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a better fit for active users.