Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,467,470).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 225g
- Better camera (83/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 68.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (99/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (83/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (80/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.