Motorola Moto S50 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Motorola Moto S50 (2024) 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 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4310); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto S50 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto S50
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Motorola Moto S50 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 225g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (75/100 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 4310 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- 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 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto S50 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto S50 leads (46/100 vs 35/100). 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 Motorola Moto S50 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto S50 is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (75/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto S50 | 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 | 6.4" LTPO P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2670 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4310 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- 6.4" LTPO P-OLED
- Resolution: 1272x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto S50
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto S50 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Motorola Moto S50 by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto S50 is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (75/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto S50 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Motorola Moto S50 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Motorola Moto S50 leads on camera score (46/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto S50 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.