ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 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 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,313,311).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 better?
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2313311
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 165Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 50.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (99/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 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.