Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $649 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads — 76/100 vs 31/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2870); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is faster in AnTuTu (3,160,475 vs 595,284); the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is noticeably lighter (168g vs 210g).
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Lighter: 168g vs 210g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 49/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3160475 vs 595284
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 563
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2006
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 2870 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $649
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 49/100)
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 scores 45 points higher (76/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact — 0/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (99/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (92/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 595284 | 3160475 | |
| Geekbench Single | 563 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2006 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2870 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 135.0×65.0×12.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $400 |
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- Main: 19MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 2870 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact and Vivo iQOO Neo 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $249. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 was $249 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (99/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (35/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (92/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 45 points (76/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.