Honor 600 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 12

The Honor 600 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $362 and $550. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 12 leads — 62/100 vs 38/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 600 Lite has the bigger battery (6520 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor 600 Lite is noticeably lighter (180g vs 212g).

The Vivo iQOO 12 significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite by 24 points (62/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 600 Lite
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 40
Battery 54
Design 75
Value for money 85
Vivo iQOO 12
Performance 45
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 61
Design 35
Value for money 72
What makes Honor 600 Lite better?
  • Bigger battery: 6520 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 180g vs 212g
  • Cheaper: $362 vs $550

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better value for money (85/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 12 better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Honor 600 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 12, the Vivo iQOO 12 scores 24 points higher (62/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 leads (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (85/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 12 (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite is a bit better (85/100 vs 72/100).

Honor 600 Lite: The Honor 600 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO 12: The Vivo iQOO 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Honor 600 Lite Vivo iQOO 12
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 2333285
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1200x2600 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6520 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 120W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP64
Dimensions 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm 163.2×75.9×8.1 mm
Weight 180 g 212 g
Price $362 $550
Camera comparison
Honor 600 Lite
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Vivo iQOO 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Honor 600 Lite
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 12
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Honor 600 Lite
  • 6520 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo iQOO 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Honor 600 Lite
$362
Vivo iQOO 12
$550

Price difference: $188. Honor 600 Lite is cheaper by $188.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (45/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (74/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 12 (75/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite is a bit better (85/100 vs 72/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 600 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 12?

The Vivo iQOO 12 significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite by 24 points (62/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Honor 600 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 12?

The Honor 600 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 12 — 62/100.

Which has the better camera: the Honor 600 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 12?

The Vivo iQOO 12 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Honor 600 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 12?

The Vivo iQOO 12 leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Honor 600 Lite over the Vivo iQOO 12?

The Honor 600 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 12 is a better fit for everyday use.