Samsung Galaxy S7 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy S7 (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8890, 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 27/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 413,736); the Samsung Galaxy S7 is noticeably lighter (152g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S7
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy S7 better?
- Lighter: 152g vs 225g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 413736
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 413
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1102
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S7 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 49 points higher (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (84/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S7 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8890 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 413736 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 413 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1102 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 142.4×69.6×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 152 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $670 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7
- 5.1" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S7
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S7 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy S7 by 91.1% 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (84/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 by 49 points (76/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy S7 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S7 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.