OnePlus 12R vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare OnePlus 12R vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 5500mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $499 vs…
OnePlus
12R
$499
3categories won
vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
6categories won
4 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus 12R takes the overall win
The OnePlus 12R claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Neo 9, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the 12R takes the lead, while the iQOO Neo 9 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the 12R if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iQOO Neo 9 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
12R wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 100W fast charging.
iQOO Neo 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
12R wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
12R provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $499 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
12R vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi | 453 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 1400 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 1,510,000 | 1,620,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 5540 | 5440 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps / 1080p at 60/240fps gyro-EIS | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAhWinner | 5,160 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 207 g | 190 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP54 |
| Build | Aluminum alloy frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, frosted matte glass back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14, upgradable to Android 15) | 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12R | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be/ax/ac/a/b/g/n, 2.4/5GHz) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499Winner | $699 |
OnePlus 12R
The OnePlus 12R is a masterclass in price-to-performance ratio, pairing Qualcomm proven flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with a glorious 4500-nit 1.5K LTPO4 display, an enormous 5500 mAh battery, and lightning-quick 100W SuperVOOC charging for under $500.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
vivo iQOO Neo 9
iQOO Neo 9 brings flagship Sony IMX920 camera sensor from the X100, 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 silicon, and 120W charging into an aggressively priced powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
- Software
- 14