Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, 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 45/100 (a 31-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 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). 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 A16 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 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 A16 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 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.