HMD Skyline vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 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 62/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 798,429); the HMD Skyline is noticeably lighter (209g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 225g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Skyline vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 14 points higher (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline leads (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads HMD Skyline by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (75/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (80/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the HMD Skyline — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The HMD Skyline leads on camera score (75/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline 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.