Realme C2 2020 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C2 2020 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, 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 21/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 177,554); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C2 2020 doesn't; the Realme C2 2020 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C2 2020
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C2 2020 better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 225g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C2 2020 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 55 points higher (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 2020 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C2 2020 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 Lite | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.3×73.7×8.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C2 2020
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C2 2020
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C2 2020
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C2 2020 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme C2 2020 by 96.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (99/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (99/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 (80/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 2020 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C2 2020 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 2020 by 55 points (76/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C2 2020 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C2 2020 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C2 2020 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C2 2020 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme C2 2020 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.