Infinix Hot 12i vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix Hot 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 26/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 155,362); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12i doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12i
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix Hot 12i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12i vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 50 points higher (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12i | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12i and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix Hot 12i by 96.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i by 50 points (76/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12i and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix Hot 12i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12i 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.