Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Vivo Y78
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y78 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 51/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 644,203); the Vivo Y78 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Vivo Y78
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 644203
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 912
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2244
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo Y78 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 225g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Vivo Y78, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 25 points higher (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y78 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y78 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y78 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Vivo Y78 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 644203 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 912 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2244 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 177 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y78
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y78
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y78
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Vivo Y78, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Vivo Y78 by 621.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (99/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y78 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y78 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y78 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 by 25 points (76/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y78 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo Y78 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.