Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 43/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 33 points higher (76/100 vs 43/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 88.6% 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 M17e (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 33 points (76/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e 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 M17e 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.