Apple iPhone Air vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $999 and $548. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3293
- Lighter: 165g vs 225g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (80/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (96/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Apple iPhone Air by 29.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $451. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $451 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (73/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (80/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (96/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (95/100 vs 92/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.