Realme C33 2023 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C33 2023 (2023) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, 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 29/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C33 2023 doesn't; the Realme C33 2023 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C33 2023
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C33 2023 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 225g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C33 2023 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 47 points higher (76/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 16/100). 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 C33 2023 (99/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 2023 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 2023 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C33 2023 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C33 2023 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 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 | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI S | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C33 2023
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C33 2023
- 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 C33 2023
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 2023 (99/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 2023 (99/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 2023 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C33 2023 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C33 2023 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 2023 by 47 points (76/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C33 2023 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C33 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme C33 2023 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme C33 2023 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.