Lava Play Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 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 53/100 (a 23-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 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 225g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). 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 Play Ultra (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (71/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 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 | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 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 Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Lava Play Ultra by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (71/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra 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.