Realme Narzo Power 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12

The Realme Narzo Power 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra, 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 54/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the Realme Narzo Power 5G is noticeably lighter (202g vs 225g).

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme Narzo Power 5G

Performance 52
Display 79
Camera 32
Battery 71
Portability 57
Value for money 74

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

Performance 99
Display 99
Camera 35
Battery 80
Portability 38
Value for money —

What makes Realme Narzo Power 5G better?

  • Lighter: 202g vs 225g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2939
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Narzo Power 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme Narzo Power 5G are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo Power 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).

Vivo iQOO Neo 12: The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme Narzo Power 5G Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 4647154
Geekbench Single 1050 3639
Geekbench Multi 2939 11047
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 185 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 17
Brightness (peak) — 2200 nits
NFC — yes
Protection — IP69
Dimensions — 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 202 g 225 g
Launch price $180 —

Camera comparison

Realme Narzo Power 5G

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Display comparison

Realme Narzo Power 5G

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 185 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Realme Narzo Power 5G

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
71
battery

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme Narzo Power 5G

$180

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (99/100 vs 52/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (99/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Realme Narzo Power 5G are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo Power 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme Narzo Power 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).

What is the rating of the Realme Narzo Power 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Realme Narzo Power 5G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo Power 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Realme Narzo Power 5G 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.