Realme 12 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 47/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 29 points higher (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 12 by 88.9% 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 (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 29 points (76/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 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.