Realme C100 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C100 5G (2026) runs on the 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 45/100 (a 31-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 C100 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C100 5G better?
- Lighter: 224g vs 225g
- Overall rating 45/100
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 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme C100 5G are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 5G | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | 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 | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×78.2×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 5G
- 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 C100 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 5G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme C100 5G by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (80/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme C100 5G are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C100 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 5G 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.