Realme 12x (China) vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme 12x (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 43/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 513,809); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (China) doesn't; the Realme 12x (China) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x (China)
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme 12x (China) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 216g
- Better portability (69/100 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 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12x (China) vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 39 points higher (82/100 vs 43/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (69/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12x (China) | 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 | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 7.9×None×None mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12x (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12x (China)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12x (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12x (China) and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme 12x (China) by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12x (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (69/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x (China) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) by 39 points (82/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x (China) and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 12x (China) has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x (China) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x (China) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x (China) 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.