Realme 14 Pro Lite vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 14 Pro Lite (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 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 54/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 798,429); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 14 Pro Lite doesn't; the Realme 14 Pro Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 14 Pro Lite
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 14 Pro Lite better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 14 Pro Lite vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 14 Pro Lite is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 Pro Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 14 Pro Lite | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×73.9×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 14 Pro Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 14 Pro Lite
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 14 Pro Lite
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 14 Pro Lite and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 14 Pro Lite by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 14 Pro Lite is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 Pro Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 14 Pro Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro Lite by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 14 Pro Lite and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 14 Pro Lite has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 14 Pro Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 14 Pro Lite leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 14 Pro Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Realme 14 Pro Lite 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.