Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 31/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5100).
Nubia Neo 5
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5100 mAh
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 54/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro scores 32 points higher (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads (74/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (74/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Vivo iQOO 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2342433 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 7192 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.6×75.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 205 g | |
| Price | — | $810 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (45/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (74/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 32 points (63/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads on camera score (74/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.