Google Pixel 6a vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, 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 59/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,015,493); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 225g
- Better camera (59/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1015493
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 17 points higher (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (59/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (59/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1015493 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4410 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6a and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 6a by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (99/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (59/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 6a 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.