Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, 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 65/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 11 points higher (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 8a by 69.1% 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 8a 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.