Realme 12 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 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 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro 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 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 12 Pro by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro 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.