Lava Bold N4 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Bold N4 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, 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 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Lava Bold N4 Pro is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N4 Pro
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Bold N4 Pro better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N4 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N4 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N4 Pro | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $158 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N4 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N4 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Bold N4 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N4 Pro 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.