Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 33/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 348,562); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 43 points higher (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 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 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 43 points (76/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 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.