Realme 12 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 47/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $499
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 35 points higher (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 12 (65/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 12 (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme 12 by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Realme 12 was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 12 (65/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 12 (75/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 35 points (82/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.