Realme Narzo 80x vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme Narzo 80x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, 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 47/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 581,041); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 80x doesn't; the Realme Narzo 80x is noticeably lighter (197g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 80x
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme Narzo 80x better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 225g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 80x vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 29 points higher (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme Narzo 80x are nearly equal (35/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 80x notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 80x | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 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 | — | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 80x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 80x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 80x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 80x and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme Narzo 80x by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x (99/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme Narzo 80x are nearly equal (35/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 80x notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 80x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 80x by 29 points (76/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 80x and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Narzo 80x has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 80x or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 80x 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.