Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, 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 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,161,126); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 225g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3161126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (89/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 32.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (89/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 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.