Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, 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 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 225g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 7a by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (80/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 7a 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.