Nokia C12 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 22/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 doesn't; the Nokia C12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 216g).
Nokia C12
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 177g vs 216g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 60 points higher (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Nokia C12 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 177 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Nokia C12
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C12
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C12
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C12
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In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (99/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 by 60 points (82/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.