Realme 15 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 15 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, 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 62/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 879,714); the Realme 15 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 15 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 225g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (74/100 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 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 14 points higher (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 15 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 (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Realme 15 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 15 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 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 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15 is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.