Realme 12 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $200 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $840
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (68/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme 12 by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Realme 12 was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (68/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.