Google Pixel 3 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, 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 34/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 225g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 42 points higher (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (80/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (84/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3
- 5.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 3 by 87.7% 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (80/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (84/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 42 points (76/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.