Lava Shark 2 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Shark 2 (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 36/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Shark 2 doesn't; the Lava Shark 2 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Shark 2
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Shark 2 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Better portability (44/100 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
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Shark 2 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). 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 Shark 2 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Shark 2 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Shark 2 | 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 | 720x1612 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.8×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Shark 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Shark 2
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Shark 2
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Shark 2 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Shark 2 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Shark 2 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Shark 2 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.