Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, 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 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,100,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Lighter: 219g vs 225g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3100039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3100039 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 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 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 33.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max 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.