Tecno Spark 40c vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Tecno Spark 40c (2025) runs on the Helio G81, 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 33/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 40c doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40c
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Tecno Spark 40c better?
- Better portability (48/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40c vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 43 points higher (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40c is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40c | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G81 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×77.0×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $102 | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40c
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40c
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 40c and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Tecno Spark 40c by 92.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (99/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40c is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40c by 43 points (76/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40c and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Tecno Spark 40c has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40c or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40c 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.