Infinix Smart3 Plus vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix Smart3 Plus (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, 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 18/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 155,362); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart3 Plus doesn't; the Infinix Smart3 Plus is noticeably lighter (148g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart3 Plus
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix Smart3 Plus better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 225g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart3 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 58 points higher (76/100 vs 18/100). 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 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart3 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (85/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart3 Plus | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" LTPS IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×76.0×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- 6.2" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Smart3 Plus and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix Smart3 Plus by 96.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (99/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart3 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (85/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart3 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus by 58 points (76/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart3 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix Smart3 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart3 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart3 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart3 Plus 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.