Realme Neo8 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 76/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Lighter: 215g vs 225g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 165Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Realme Neo8 scores 1 points higher (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme Neo8 by 30.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 35/100).
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 Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.