Realme C65 4G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 36/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 348,562); the Realme C65 4G is noticeably lighter (185g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C65 4G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C65 4G better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 225g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C65 4G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (99/100 vs 43/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (72/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C65 4G | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C65 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C65 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C65 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C65 4G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme C65 4G by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (99/100 vs 43/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (72/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C65 4G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C65 4G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C65 4G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C65 4G 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 C65 4G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C65 4G 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.