Oppo A12 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Oppo A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 26/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 199,111); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A12 doesn't; the Oppo A12 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A12
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Oppo A12 better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 207g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4230 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A12 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 58 points higher (84/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (77/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A12 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6.1 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.9×75.5×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A12
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Oppo A12
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A12
- 4230 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A12 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Oppo A12 by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (91/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (73/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (77/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A12 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 by 58 points (84/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A12 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Oppo A12 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A12 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A12 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A12 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.