TCL 50 XE vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The TCL 50 XE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 40/100 (a 36-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 513,809); the TCL 50 XE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XE
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes TCL 50 XE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 225g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XE vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 36 points higher (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the TCL 50 XE are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (65/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XE | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.0×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XE and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads TCL 50 XE by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the TCL 50 XE are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (65/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE by 36 points (76/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XE and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The TCL 50 XE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XE 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.