Tecno Phantom X vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Tecno Phantom X (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, 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 4700); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 535,127); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Phantom X doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Tecno Phantom X better?
- Better camera (49/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X 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 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X leads (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 48 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, HIOS 7.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×73.8×8.7 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 48MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Tecno Phantom X by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (99/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (80/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X by 29 points (76/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Phantom X has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Phantom X leads on camera score (49/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X 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.