Lava Blaze Curve vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, 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 54/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 806,012); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Curve
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 225g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2398
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Curve leads (48/100 vs 35/100). 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 Lava Blaze Curve (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Curve | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7050 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Curve
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Curve and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Lava Blaze Curve by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Blaze Curve leads on camera score (48/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve 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.