Poco X8 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 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 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8340); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Lighter: 223g vs 225g
- Better portability (39/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8340 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- 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 X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco X8 by 82.1% 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 X8 (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 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.