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Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB — Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 128GB
Vivo

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 128GB

85
/ 100
From $1,299
VS
iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB — A14 · iOS · 256GB
Apple

iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB

A14 · iOS · 256GB

85
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB lands at 85 and iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB if…

  • ✓Competitive flagship specs
  • ✓Regional value pricing
  • ✓Distinctive design

Pick iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB if…

  • ✓iOS ecosystem
  • ✓Long update support
  • ✓Polished hardware
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Tie

Stills and video quality across lenses

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Battery life

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB

Screen-on time and charging

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB leads on battery (81 vs 79).

Performance

Tie

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB leads on display (85 vs 82).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB 85
vs
85 iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB

Score breakdown

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB
85
cpu 85
gpu 83
camera 85
battery 81
display 85
design 83
iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB
85
cpu 85
gpu 83
camera 84
battery 79
display 82
design 85

Specs side-by-side

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB versus iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB — full spec comparison
Spec Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
A14
Storage
128GB
▲ 256GB
Release year
2023
2020
OS
—
iOS 14

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB

Pros
  • +Competitive flagship specs
  • +Regional value pricing
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB

Pros
  • +iOS ecosystem
  • +Long update support
  • +Polished hardware
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Limited customization
  • −Lightning/USB-C split across generations

FAQ: Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB vs iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB

Which is better, Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB or iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB? +

Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB worth the price? +

At $1,299, Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in cpu.

Is iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB worth the price? +

At $1,199, iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in cpu.

Does Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB or iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for battery life, Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB or iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB? +

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB — leads on battery (81 vs 79). Screen-on time and charging.

Which is better for display, Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB or iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB? +

Vivo X90 Pro+ 128GB — leads on display (85 vs 82). Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate.