Realme 12 4G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 12 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 4G is noticeably lighter (187g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 4G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 215g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 4G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 4G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 4G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 12 4G by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (94/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 4G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 4G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.