Poco M5 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 554,590); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 225g
- Better portability (49/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- 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 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 54/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco M5 by 88.1% 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 Poco M5 (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 54/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 35 points (76/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 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 Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 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.