Vivo
Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB
85
/ 100
From $1,379
VS
Apple
iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB
A14 · iOS · 128GB
85
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB lands at 85 and iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB if…
- ✓Competitive flagship specs
- ✓Regional value pricing
- ✓Distinctive design
Pick iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB 85
vs 85 iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB
Score breakdown
Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB
85 cpu 85
gpu 83
camera 85
battery 81
display 85
design 83
iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB
85 cpu 85
gpu 83
camera 84
battery 79
display 82
design 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB | iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | A14 |
| Storage | ▲ 256GB | 128GB |
| Release year | 2023 | 2020 |
| OS | — | iOS 14 |
Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB
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 128GB
Pros
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
FAQ: Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB vs iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB
Which is better, Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB or iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB? +
Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB worth the price? +
At $1,379, Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB worth the price? +
At $1,099, iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in cpu.
Does Vivo X90 Pro+ 256GB or iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB 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.