Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy A35 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1380, 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 50/100 (a 26-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 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy A35 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A35
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A35 better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 225g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2800
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A35 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 52/100). 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 A35 (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A35 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A35 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1380 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2800 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×78.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A35
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A35
- 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 A35 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy A35 by 83.5% 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A35 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A35 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A35 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A35 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A35 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.