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Xiaomi 12 vs vivo V29 Lite

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Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi 12

85/ 100

Launch MSRP$749 USD

Vivo

vivo V29 Lite

85/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Xiaomi 12 BETTER THAN vivo V29 Lite?

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Xiaomi 12Winner 🏆

vivo V29 Lite

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Xiaomi 12	vivo V29	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,000 mAh	+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	67W	Standard	67W Max
Main Camera Sensor	50 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	6.28"	6.78"	6.78"
Chassis Weight	179g	N/A	179g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12:

✓820g lighter chassis (179g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$9250 lower launch MSRP ($749 vs $9999)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy vivo V29 Lite:

✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.78" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Xiaomi 12	vivo V29 Lite
1. Display & Screen🏆 vivo V29 Lite Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	AMOLED	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.28"	6.78"
Resolution & Density	2400x1080 (419 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,100 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	Snapdragon 695 5G
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 12	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB / 256GB	256 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera	50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX766	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	5 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	13 MP, f/2.4	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	32 MP, f/2.45	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi 12 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mm	N/A
Weight	179 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP53	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo V29 Lite Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	67W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	50W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.2	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 2.0	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$749	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi 12 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12:

Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W

When to buy vivo V29 Lite:

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 6.78" vs max 6.28" for media & multitasking

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 vs vivo V29 Lite

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12 or vivo V29 Lite?

Xiaomi 12 leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.2/100 compared to vivo V29 Lite (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12 and vivo V29 Lite?

Xiaomi 12 is equipped with a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while vivo V29 Lite features a 6.78-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 and vivo V29 Lite?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while vivo V29 Lite scores 80/100.

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WHY IS Xiaomi 12 BETTER THAN vivo V29 Lite?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 vs vivo V29 Lite

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12 or vivo V29 Lite?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12 and vivo V29 Lite?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 and vivo V29 Lite?

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