Tecno Pova 7 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Tecno Pova 7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, 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 53/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 879,714); the Tecno Pova 7 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Tecno Pova 7 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (99/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Tecno Pova 7 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HIOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×75.6×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Tecno Pova 7 by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (99/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Tecno Pova 7 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Pova 7 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 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.