Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, 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 68/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,087,886); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2087886
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 8 points higher (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (71/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2087886 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 55.1% 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (99/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (80/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (71/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.