OPPO Reno 15c vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The OPPO Reno 15c (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 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 67/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,307,414); the OPPO Reno 15c is noticeably lighter (197g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno 15c
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes OPPO Reno 15c better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 225g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1307414
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno 15c vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 15c leads (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno 15c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 15c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno 15c | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1307414 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1256x2760 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×74.8×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno 15c and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads OPPO Reno 15c by 71.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (99/100 vs 65/100).
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 OPPO Reno 15c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 15c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the OPPO Reno 15c by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 15c and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The OPPO Reno 15c has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The OPPO Reno 15c leads on camera score (64/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 15c over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The OPPO Reno 15c is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.