Google Pixel 3a vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, 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 27/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 3a better?
- Lighter: 147g vs 225g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 49 points higher (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 26/100). 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 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (81/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 3a by 93.1% 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 3a (99/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (80/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (81/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 49 points (76/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a 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 3a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a 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.