Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, 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 52/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 225g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (91/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 24 points higher (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (91/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 11047 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 69.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (80/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (91/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 24 points (76/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.