Tecno Phantom X2 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, 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 62/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,504,467); the Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 225g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 14 points higher (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1504467 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 67.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (99/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Tecno Phantom X2 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Phantom X2 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.