Apple iPhone 16e vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, 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 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 225g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (80/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 57.6% 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 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (80/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (80/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.