Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, 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 66/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 225g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 10 points higher (76/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (58/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 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 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Google Pixel 9a by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (58/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Google Pixel 9a 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.