Vivo X90 Pro vs Xiaomi 12

The Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $799 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 45/100 vs 33/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X90 Pro has the bigger battery (4870 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 3 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 214g).

The Xiaomi 12 is noticeably better than the Vivo X90 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X90 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 58
Design 32
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 12
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 45
Design 75
Value for money 58
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4870 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W

  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 180g vs 214g
  • Cheaper: $750 vs $799

  • Higher performance (19/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (58/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo X90 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12, the Xiaomi 12 scores 12 points higher (45/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (52/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo X90 Pro: The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12: The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo X90 Pro Xiaomi 12
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1322176
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4870 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 113
Main camera 3 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China) Android 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm
Weight 214 g 180 g
Price $799 $750
Camera comparison
Vivo X90 Pro
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Xiaomi 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 4870 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Xiaomi 12
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo X90 Pro
$799
Xiaomi 12
$750

Price difference: $49. Xiaomi 12 is cheaper by $49.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (19/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (52/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (75/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X90 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?

The Xiaomi 12 is noticeably better than the Vivo X90 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo X90 Pro and the Xiaomi 12?

The Vivo X90 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo X90 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?

The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo X90 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?

The Xiaomi 12 leads on performance (19/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo X90 Pro over the Xiaomi 12?

The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.