RedMagic 12 Pro+ vs Vivo X300s: Which One Should You Buy?

Vivo X300s edges ahead with a BeastScore of 93.1/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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RedMagic · 2026

RedMagic 12 Pro+

RedMagic 12 Pro+
94/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Vivo · 2026

Vivo X300s

Vivo X300s
93/ 100
Launch price$799
Head-to-head

Vivo X300s wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

RedMagic 12 Pro+
RedMagic 12 Pro+
2 wins
Vivo X300s
Vivo X300s
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurity
RedMagic 12 Pro+Vivo X300s
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsRedMagic 12 Pro+
    97
    96
  • Camerafrom specsVivo X300s
    66
    89
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieVivo X300s
    60
    100
  • Batteryfrom specsRedMagic 12 Pro+
    100
    97
  • Displayfrom specsVivo X300s
    94
    100
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • RedMagic 12 Pro+ has the bigger battery8,400 mAh vs 7,100 mAh
  • RedMagic 12 Pro+ charges faster120W vs 90W
  • Vivo X300s has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 50 MP
  • RedMagic 12 Pro+ has a smoother screen185 Hz vs 144 Hz
  • RedMagic 12 Pro+ has the bigger screen6.85" vs 6.78"
  • Vivo X300s is lighter218 g vs 223 g
  • Vivo X300s has a sharper selfie camera50 MP vs 16 MP
  • RedMagic 12 Pro+ has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • Vivo X300s has the faster chipDimensity 9500 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
  • Vivo X300s is better protected from water and dustIP69 vs IP68
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy RedMagic 12 Pro+
  • ✓Bigger 8,400 mAh battery (+1,300 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.85" display at 185 Hz
Reasons to buy Vivo X300s
  • ✓5 g lighter (218 g vs 223 g), easier to hold
  • ✓200 MP main camera
  • ✓6.78" display at 144 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationRedMagic 12 Pro+Vivo X300s
1. Display & Screen🏆 Vivo X300s Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.85"6.78"
Resolution & Density1216x2688 2800x1260 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate185 Hz144 Hz adaptive
Brightness5,000 nits peak4,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 RedMagic 12 Pro+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Dimensity 9500 (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedMali G1-Ultra
Operating SystemAndroid 17Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256/512/1024 GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Vivo X300s Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, OIS200 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung HPBr 1/1.4-inch
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)50 MP (3.7x optical zoom), f/2.6, OIS
Ultrawide Camera50 MP50 MP, f/2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP50 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Vivo X300s Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163 x 76 x 8.6 mm162.5 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm
Weight223 g218 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68/IP69IP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 RedMagic 12 Pro+ Wins Battery
Battery Capacity8,400 mAh7,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W90W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging80W wireless charging40W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed6.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$799
Our verdict

Vivo X300s wins — BeastScore 93.1/100

The Vivo X300s is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP) and lighter body (218 g vs 223 g). The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 7,100 mAh).

Buy RedMagic 12 Pro+ if you want

Larger battery: 8,400 mAh vs 7,100 mAh · Faster wired charging: 120W vs 90W

Buy Vivo X300s if you want

Higher-resolution main camera: 200 MP vs 50 MP · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Common questions

Which is better: RedMagic 12 Pro+ or Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP) and lighter body (218 g vs 223 g). The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 7,100 mAh). BeastScore: RedMagic 12 Pro+ 94.0/100, Vivo X300s 93.1/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between RedMagic 12 Pro+ and Vivo X300s?

RedMagic 12 Pro+ has a 6.85-inch display and 8400 mAh battery. Vivo X300s has a 6.78-inch display and 7100 mAh battery.

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