Poco M5s vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, 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 46/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 30 points higher (76/100 vs 46/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco M5s by 88.5% 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 M5s (99/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (99/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 30 points (76/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco M5s leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s 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.