TCL 605 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra

The TCL 605 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $169 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 36/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 358,608); the TCL 605 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 by 39 points (75/100 vs 36/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

TCL 605

Performance 30
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 62
Value for money 42

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra

Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 35
Battery 80
Portability 38
Value for money 68

What makes TCL 605 better?

  • Lighter: 190g vs 225g
  • Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $548

  • Better portability (62/100 vs 38/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 358608
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
  • Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the TCL 605 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 39 points higher (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL 605 — 42/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (62/100 vs 38/100).

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra: The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification TCL 605 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 MediaTek Dimensity 9500M
AnTuTu 358608 3579952
Geekbench Single 432 3293
Geekbench Multi 1416 10243
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1440x3200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 9100 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16 / OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 480 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 165.6×76.2×8.3 mm 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 225 g
Launch price $169 $548

Camera comparison

TCL 605

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Display comparison

TCL 605

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

TCL 605

  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra

  • 9100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Overall performance score

We compared TCL 605 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

TCL 605 MediaTek Helio G81
36/100
358608 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9500M
75/100 +90.0%
3579952 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads TCL 605 by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

TCL 605

$169

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra

$548

Launch price difference: $379. TCL 605 was $379 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (95/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (80/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (62/100 vs 38/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 by 39 points (75/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the TCL 605 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?

The TCL 605 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the TCL 605 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.