Infinix Hot 30 Play vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix Hot 30 Play (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G37, 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 27/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 215,798); the Infinix Hot 30 Play is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix Hot 30 Play better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 225g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 215798
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 198
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 868
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 30 Play vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 49 points higher (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (99/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 30 Play is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 30 Play | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G37 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 215798 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 198 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 868 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | XOS 12.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.6×77.5×8.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 30 Play
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 30 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 30 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 30 Play and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix Hot 30 Play by 95.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (99/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play (80/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 30 Play is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 30 Play or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 30 Play by 49 points (76/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 30 Play and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix Hot 30 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 30 Play or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 30 Play or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 30 Play 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.