Sony Xperia XZ3 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Sony Xperia XZ3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, 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 34/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3330); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 572,788); the Sony Xperia XZ3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ3
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Sony Xperia XZ3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 225g
- Better portability (47/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ3 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 42 points higher (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 15/100). 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 Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ3 is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ3 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2880 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3330 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×73.0×9.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 6.0" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x2880
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ3 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Sony Xperia XZ3 by 87.7% 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 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (35/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ3 is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 by 42 points (76/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Sony Xperia XZ3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ3 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.