Samsung Galaxy A71 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy A71 (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 730, 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 44/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 502,844); the Samsung Galaxy A71 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A71
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A71 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Better camera (45/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (75/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A71 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 32 points higher (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 leads (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (75/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A71 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 730 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 502844 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×7.7 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A71
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A71 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy A71 by 89.2% 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 A71 (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (80/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (75/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 by 32 points (76/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A71 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A71 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A71 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A71 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.