Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Xiaomi 15S Pro
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads — 84/100 vs 76/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6100); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,998,904).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Xiaomi 15S Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2998904
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8431
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Xiaomi 15S Pro, the Xiaomi 15S Pro scores 8 points higher (84/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Xiaomi 15S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Xiaomi XRING O1 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 2998904 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 8431 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $760 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 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 15S Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Xiaomi 15S Pro by 55.0% 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 89/100).
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 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.