Realme C100x vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12

The Realme C100x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, 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 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000).

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme C100x

Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 75
Portability 40
Value for money 52

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

Performance 99
Display 99
Camera 35
Battery 80
Portability 38
Value for money —

What makes Realme C100x better?

  • Lighter: 219g vs 225g

  • Better portability (40/100 vs 38/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1800
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C100x vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (99/100 vs 55/100). 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 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C100x and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).

Realme C100x: The Realme C100x is a better fit for those who care about battery life.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12: The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme C100x Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Processor Unisoc T7250 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 4647154
Geekbench Single 600 3639
Geekbench Multi 1800 11047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1570 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 185 Hz
Battery 8000 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 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 900 nits 2200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP69
Dimensions — 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 219 g 225 g
Launch price $175 —

Camera comparison

Realme C100x

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Display comparison

Realme C100x

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 185 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Realme C100x

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
75
battery

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme C100x

$175

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (99/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (99/100 vs 55/100).

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 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C100x and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme C100x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C100x and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Realme C100x has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C100x 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 C100x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Realme C100x over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Realme C100x 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.