Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $970 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 64/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,322,176).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W 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 (81/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $970
- Better portability (69/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 26 points higher (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 by 279.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Xiaomi 12 was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (100/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (81/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 26 points (90/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 12?
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 is a better fit for active users.