Lava Virat V1 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Lava Virat V1 5G (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 Lava Virat V1 5G is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Virat V1 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Lava Virat V1 5G 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 10W
- 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 Virat V1 5G 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 Virat V1 5G (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Virat V1 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Virat V1 5G | 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 | 10W | 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 | — | 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 Virat V1 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Virat V1 5G
- 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 Virat V1 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 Virat V1 5G (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Virat V1 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Virat V1 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Lava Virat V1 5G by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Virat V1 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Lava Virat V1 5G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Virat V1 5G 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 Virat V1 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Virat V1 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.