Infinix Smart 9 HD vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix Smart 9 HD (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio, 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 31/100 (a 45-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 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 HD doesn't; the Infinix Smart 9 HD is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 9 HD
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix Smart 9 HD better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 HD vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 45 points higher (76/100 vs 31/100). 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 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 HD notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 HD | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 9 HD
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 9 HD
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 9 HD
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 HD notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 HD or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD by 45 points (76/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 HD and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix Smart 9 HD has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 HD or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 HD 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.