Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, 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 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 225g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (85/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 84.0% 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 S10 (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (80/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (85/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 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 S10 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.