Infinix S5 lite vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix S5 lite (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, 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 22/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 177,554); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix S5 lite doesn't; the Infinix S5 lite is noticeably lighter (178g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5 lite
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix S5 lite better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 225g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 lite vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 54 points higher (76/100 vs 22/100). 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 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (99/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (73/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 lite | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); XOS 5.5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5 lite
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5 lite
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix S5 lite
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 lite and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix S5 lite by 96.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (99/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (99/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (35/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (80/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (73/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite by 54 points (76/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 lite and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix S5 lite has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix S5 lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 lite 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.