Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Vivo Y28 4G
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y28 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 37/100 (a 39-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 348,562); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y28 4G doesn't; the Vivo Y28 4G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Vivo Y28 4G
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y28 4G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Vivo Y28 4G, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 39 points higher (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Vivo Y28 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y28 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y28 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y28 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Vivo Y28 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Vivo Y28 4G by 1233.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G by 39 points (76/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y28 4G — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.