Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, 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 main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 879,714); the Realme 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 225g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (62/100 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)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro 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 "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme 16 Pro 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 16 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Realme 16 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme 16 Pro leads on camera score (53/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro 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.