Realme C85 4G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme C85 4G (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685, 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 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C85 4G
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme C85 4G better?
- Lighter: 215g vs 225g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C85 4G 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (99/100 vs 65/100). 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 notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C85 4G is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C85 4G | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 685 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 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 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×78.0×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $145 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C85 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C85 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C85 4G and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme C85 4G by 89.8% in our overall performance rating.
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 C85 4G (99/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (99/100 vs 65/100).
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 notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (80/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C85 4G is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C85 4G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C85 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 C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme C85 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.