Infinix Hot 12i vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Infinix Hot 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 26/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 155,362); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12i doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12i
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Infinix Hot 12i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12i vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 60 points higher (86/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12i | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12i
- 5000 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
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12i and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Infinix Hot 12i by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 12i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (94/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i by 60 points (86/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12i and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Infinix Hot 12i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12i over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.