Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Vivo X Fold5
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold5 leads — 77/100 vs 76/100 (a 1-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 2,345,563); the Vivo X Fold5 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Vivo X Fold5
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold5 better?
- Lighter: 217g vs 225g
- Better camera (74/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Vivo X Fold5, the Vivo X Fold5 scores 1 points higher (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold5 leads (74/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo X Fold5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (65/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Vivo X Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1160 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo X Fold5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Vivo X Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Vivo X Fold5 by 98.1% 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 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo X Fold5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (65/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo X Fold5 edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X Fold5 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo X Fold5 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X Fold5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.