TCL 50 SE vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, 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 37/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 365,001); the TCL 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 39 points higher (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). 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 SE (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 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 SE and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads TCL 50 SE by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 39 points (76/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE 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.