Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $820 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $820
- Better portability (69/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo X500 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 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) | 4000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 12 by 197.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Xiaomi 12 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X500 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.