Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Vivo X300 E
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X300 E (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 E leads — 79/100 vs 76/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7200); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,886,527); the Vivo X300 E is noticeably lighter (200g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Vivo X300 E
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2886527
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X300 E better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 225g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Vivo X300 E, the Vivo X300 E scores 3 points higher (79/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 E leads (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 E notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 E notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (61/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Vivo X300 E | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 2886527 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | $651 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 E
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo X300 E
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 E
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Vivo X300 E, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Vivo X300 E by 61.0% 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 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 E notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 E notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (61/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo X300 E?
The Vivo X300 E edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo X300 E?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X300 E — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo X300 E?
The Vivo X300 E leads on camera score (64/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo X300 E?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Vivo X300 E?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X300 E is a better fit for gamers and power users.