Infinix HOT 30i vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix HOT 30i (2023) runs on the Unisoc T606, 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 36/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 333,647); the Infinix HOT 30i is noticeably lighter (191g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix HOT 30i
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix HOT 30i better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix HOT 30i vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix HOT 30i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix HOT 30i | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix HOT 30i
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix HOT 30i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix HOT 30i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix HOT 30i and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix HOT 30i by 92.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i (99/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i (99/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix HOT 30i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix HOT 30i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix HOT 30i by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix HOT 30i and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix HOT 30i has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix HOT 30i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Infinix HOT 30i 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.