Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, 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 41/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 35 points higher (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (55/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (55/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 35 points (76/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G 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.