Realme C3 (3 cameras) vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C3 (3 cameras) (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio G70, 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 28/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 317,084); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C3 (3 cameras) doesn't; the Realme C3 (3 cameras) is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C3 (3 cameras)
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C3 (3 cameras) better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 317084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 417
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1345
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C3 (3 cameras) vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 48 points higher (76/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 27/100). 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 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C3 (3 cameras) is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C3 (3 cameras) | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G70 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 317084 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 417 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1345 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; realme UI 1.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C3 (3 cameras)
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C3 (3 cameras)
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C3 (3 cameras)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C3 (3 cameras) and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme C3 (3 cameras) by 93.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (99/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C3 (3 cameras) is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C3 (3 cameras) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (3 cameras) by 48 points (76/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C3 (3 cameras) and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C3 (3 cameras) has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C3 (3 cameras) 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 C3 (3 cameras) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme C3 (3 cameras) 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.