Realme 12 Lite vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Realme 12 Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme 12 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 35
Battery 39
Design 68
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 173g vs 185g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

The Realme 12 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Realme 12 Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Lite is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme 12 Lite: The Realme 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 12 Lite Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 467392
Geekbench Single 466
Geekbench Multi 1396
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 108 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14, Realme UI Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 950 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 185 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Realme 12 Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Lite is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (83/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.