Realme 15x vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 51/100 (a 25-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 528,398); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Lighter: 212g vs 225g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 25 points higher (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (49/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15x | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15x and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 15x by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (49/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x by 25 points (76/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15x leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 15x 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.