Realme 12 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 12 Lite (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 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Better portability (72/100 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 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). 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 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Lite | 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" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Lite and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 12 Lite by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (94/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite 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.