Redmi K80 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 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 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7410); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,874,956).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 219g vs 225g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7410 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 38.1% 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 89/100).
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 Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.