Samsung Galaxy A04e vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy A04e (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, 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 29/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 199,111); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A04e is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A04e
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04e better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04e vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 47 points higher (76/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e (99/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (55/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04e | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04e
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04e
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A04e
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A04e and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy A04e by 95.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e (99/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (55/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04e by 47 points (76/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04e and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A04e has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A04e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04e 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.