Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 38/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 515,647); the ZTE Libero 5G III is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Better portability (43/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 38 points higher (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 4647154 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | 168.0×78.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 801.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (80/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.