Realme Neo7 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 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 67/100 (a 9-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 2,550,332).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 225g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2550332
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme Neo7 by 45.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (99/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Realme Neo7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.