Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Vivo iQOO 15
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 40/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 46 points higher (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Price | — | $599 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Infinix Hot 12 Play
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In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 46 points (86/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.