Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 76/100 (a 9-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 3,030,376).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3030376
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10200
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 92/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 9 points higher (85/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 53.4% 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 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.