Realme 12 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 12 Pro+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $400 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-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 798,429); the Realme 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme 12 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $599
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro+ — 48/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 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 | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro+
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro+
- 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 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 12 Pro+ by 78.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Realme 12 Pro+ was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (94/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro+ 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.