Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 46/100 (a 30-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 493,222); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't; the Infinix Note 12 G96 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 G96
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix Note 12 G96 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 225g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G96 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 30 points higher (76/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12 G96 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 by 30 points (76/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 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.