Oppo A5 Energy vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Oppo A5 Energy (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5800); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 528,398); the Oppo A5 Energy is noticeably lighter (194g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A5 Energy
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Oppo A5 Energy better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 225g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A5 Energy vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A5 Energy notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A5 Energy | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Oppo A5 Energy
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Oppo A5 Energy
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A5 Energy
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A5 Energy and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Oppo A5 Energy by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy (80/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A5 Energy notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A5 Energy or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5 Energy by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A5 Energy and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Oppo A5 Energy has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A5 Energy or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A5 Energy or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A5 Energy 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.