Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Xiaomi 14T
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 14T (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 69/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,598,339); the Xiaomi 14T is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Xiaomi 14T
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1598339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1256
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4207
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14T better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better camera (68/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Xiaomi 14T, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 7 points higher (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T leads (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Xiaomi 14T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 1598339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1256 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4207 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 134 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 160.5×75.1×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | $449 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 14T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 14T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 14T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Xiaomi 14T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Xiaomi 14T by 190.7% 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (99/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Xiaomi 14T by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 14T — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 14T?
The Xiaomi 14T leads on camera score (68/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 14T is a better fit for active users.