Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $180 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 30/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $548
- Better portability (46/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 45 points higher (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $368. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $368 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (95/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 45 points (75/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.