Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 76/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 4,647,154).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 4647154
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 216g vs 225g
- Better camera (65/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 97/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 6 points higher (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (65/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by 1.2% 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 15T are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (65/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15T 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.