Lava Bold 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Bold 5G (2025) 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 Lava Bold 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Bold 5G 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 Bold 5G 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 Bold 5G (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Bold 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold 5G | 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 | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.8×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- 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 Bold 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold 5G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Lava Bold 5G 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 Bold 5G (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Bold 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Bold 5G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Bold 5G leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold 5G 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.