Realme X3 SuperZoom vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Realme X3 SuperZoom (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, 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 51/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 859,084); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme X3 SuperZoom doesn't; the Realme X3 SuperZoom is noticeably lighter (202g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme X3 SuperZoom
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Realme X3 SuperZoom better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 202g vs 225g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme X3 SuperZoom vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 25 points higher (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 SuperZoom leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 SuperZoom notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom (80/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme X3 SuperZoom is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme X3 SuperZoom | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, Realme UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme X3 SuperZoom
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme X3 SuperZoom
- 6.0" 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 X3 SuperZoom
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme X3 SuperZoom and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Realme X3 SuperZoom by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom (99/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 SuperZoom notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (51/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom (80/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme X3 SuperZoom is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme X3 SuperZoom or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 SuperZoom by 25 points (76/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme X3 SuperZoom and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme X3 SuperZoom has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme X3 SuperZoom or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Realme X3 SuperZoom leads on camera score (51/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme X3 SuperZoom or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme X3 SuperZoom 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.