Apple iPhone 17 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Both devices score the same overall rating of 76/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 225g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 received the same MobileRank rating — 76/100. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). 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 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (73/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 53.6% 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 88/100).
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 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (73/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
Both devices scored 76/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (99/100 vs 88/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.