Huawei Nova 16s Pro vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Huawei Nova 16s Pro (2026) runs on the Kirin 9010S, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Both devices score the same overall rating of 76/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,158,674); the Huawei Nova 16s Pro is thinner (7.1mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16s Pro
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Huawei Nova 16s Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 225g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1158674
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1421
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4323
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Nova 16s Pro and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 received the same MobileRank rating — 76/100. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s Pro leads (94/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s Pro (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (94/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (58/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16s Pro | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9010S | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1158674 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2856 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×7.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $570 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16s Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16s Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16s Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16s Pro and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Huawei Nova 16s Pro by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s Pro (99/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (94/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (58/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16s Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
Both devices scored 76/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (99/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16s Pro and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Huawei Nova 16s Pro has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16s Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Huawei Nova 16s Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16s Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16s Pro over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Huawei Nova 16s Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.