Motorola Moto G Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Motorola Moto G Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, 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 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 581,041); the Motorola Moto G Max is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Motorola Moto G Max better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 225g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Max leads (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (76/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×77.3×7.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Max
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Motorola Moto G Max by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
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 Motorola Moto G Max (99/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (80/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (76/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Motorola Moto G Max has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Motorola Moto G Max leads on camera score (53/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Max 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.