Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, 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 38/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 5a 5G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 38 points higher (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 87.1% 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 5a 5G (99/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (35/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (80/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G 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.