Realme Narzo 50i Prime vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme Narzo 50i Prime (2022) 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 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 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50i Prime doesn't; the Realme Narzo 50i Prime is noticeably lighter (182g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 50i Prime
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme Narzo 50i Prime better?
- Lighter: 182g 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
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 50i Prime 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 16/100). 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 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50i Prime (99/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50i Prime (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50i Prime (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50i Prime notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 50i Prime | 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 | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI Go | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.6×8.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 50i Prime
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 50i Prime
- 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 Narzo 50i Prime
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
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 Narzo 50i Prime (99/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50i Prime (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50i Prime (35/100 vs 10/100).
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 Narzo 50i Prime notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 50i Prime or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50i Prime by 48 points (76/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 50i Prime and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Narzo 50i Prime has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 50i Prime 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 Narzo 50i Prime or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 50i Prime 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.