TCL 50 NxtPaper vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The TCL 50 NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 47/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 528,398); the TCL 50 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (196g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 NxtPaper
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes TCL 50 NxtPaper better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 225g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 NxtPaper vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 29 points higher (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 NxtPaper | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 NxtPaper and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads TCL 50 NxtPaper by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (62/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 NxtPaper or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper by 29 points (76/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 NxtPaper and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The TCL 50 NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 NxtPaper or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The TCL 50 NxtPaper leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 NxtPaper or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 NxtPaper 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.