Realme P3 Lite vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme P3 Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P3 Lite doesn't; the Realme P3 Lite is noticeably lighter (197g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P3 Lite
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme P3 Lite better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 225g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme P3 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 20/100). 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 P3 Lite (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme P3 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme P3 Lite | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $115 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme P3 Lite
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme P3 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme P3 Lite
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme P3 Lite and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme P3 Lite by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (35/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme P3 Lite (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme P3 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P3 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme P3 Lite by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme P3 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme P3 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme P3 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme P3 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme P3 Lite 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.