Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; launch prices were $970 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 68/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 205g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $970
- Overall rating 68/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 22 points higher (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100, Xiaomi 12T Pro — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 241.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Xiaomi 12T Pro was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (81/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 22 points (90/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
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 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.