Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 76/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,950,082).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Lighter: 215g vs 225g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3950082
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 98/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 12 points higher (88/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 98/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Vivo iQOO 15 by 15.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 98/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.