Realme C71 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C71 (2025) 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 6000); the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C71
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C71 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 225g
- Better portability (64/100 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 6000 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 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C71 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 "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (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 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C71 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $146 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (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 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 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 C71 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 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.