Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T 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 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,323,591); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3323591
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 94/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 225g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 7 points higher (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (54/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 3323591 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17T 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 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 39.8% 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 94/100).
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 17T Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (54/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T 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 17T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 94/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.