Huawei nova 10z vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 43/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10z
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Huawei nova 10z better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 33 points higher (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (80/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (67/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 10z | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (99/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (80/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (67/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 33 points (76/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Huawei nova 10z leads on camera score (43/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z 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.