Realme 12x vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 12x (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 513,809); the Realme 12x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme 12x better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12x vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12x | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.1×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12x
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12x and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 12x by 86.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12x
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 12x has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.