Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Xiaomi 15T Pro
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15T Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15T Pro leads — 83/100 vs 76/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 2,788,439); the Xiaomi 15T Pro is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Xiaomi 15T Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 2788439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T Pro better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Better camera (80/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Xiaomi 15T Pro, the Xiaomi 15T Pro scores 7 points higher (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro leads (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Xiaomi 15T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 2788439 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 149 | |
| 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 15, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 162.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 5500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:09 hrs, total 27:31 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Xiaomi 15T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Xiaomi 15T Pro by 66.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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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 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (80/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 15T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15T Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.