Lava Blaze X vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Blaze X (2024) runs on the Dimensity 6300, 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 49/100 (a 27-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 528,398); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze X doesn't; the Lava Blaze X is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze X
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Blaze X better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 225g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze X vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 27 points higher (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). 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 X (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze X (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze X is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze X (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze X notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze X | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 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 | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.9×8.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze X
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze X
- 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 X
- 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 X and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Lava Blaze X by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze X (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze X (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze X is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze X (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze X notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze X by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze X and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Blaze X has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Blaze X leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze X 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.