Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Vivo Y38
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y38 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 45/100 (a 31-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 568,395); the Vivo Y38 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Vivo Y38
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Vivo Y38 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Vivo Y38, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 46/100). 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 Y38 (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (99/100 vs 56/100). 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 Y38 (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y38 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Vivo Y38 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| 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 Y38
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y38
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y38
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Vivo Y38, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Vivo Y38 by 717.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (99/100 vs 56/100).
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 Y38 (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y38 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 Y38?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo Y38?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y38 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y38?
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 Y38?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Vivo Y38?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.