Realme 15 Lite vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 15 Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, 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 53/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 879,714); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 Lite doesn't; the Realme 15 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 Lite
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 15 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 225g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme 15 Lite are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (72/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 Lite | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×74.7×7.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 Lite and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 15 Lite by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme 15 Lite are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (72/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 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.