Poco M4 Pro 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco M4 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, 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 44/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 569,913); the Poco M4 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M4 Pro 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco M4 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M4 Pro 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 32 points higher (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M4 Pro 5G | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.8×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M4 Pro 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M4 Pro 5G
- 6.6" 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 M4 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M4 Pro 5G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco M4 Pro 5G by 87.7% 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 M4 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M4 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G by 32 points (76/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M4 Pro 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco M4 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M4 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M4 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.