Realme 12 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 Pro leads — 38/100 vs 26/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme 12 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).
Realme 12 Pro
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 190g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Realme 12 Pro scores 12 points higher (38/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 736675 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 935 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2719 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $215 | — |
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (83/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme 12 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.