Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, 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 18/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 225g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 58 points higher (76/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (80/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7880 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 175 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 760 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (35/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (80/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 58 points (76/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 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.