Oppo Reno 12 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare Oppo Reno 12 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 5000mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $399 vs…
Oppo
Reno 12 5G
$399
4categories won
vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
8categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo iQOO Neo 9 takes the overall win
The vivo iQOO Neo 9 proves superior overall against the Oppo Reno 12 5G, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Reno 12 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iQOO Neo 9. Choose the iQOO Neo 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Reno 12 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
iQOO Neo 9 takes battery honors offering 5,160 mAh alongside 120W charging.
iQOO Neo 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Reno 12 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
Reno 12 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $399 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.
Reno 12 5G vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 453 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1200 nits | 1400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 730,000 | 1,620,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 3120 | 5440Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,160 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 80 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 177 gWinner | 190 g |
| Thickness | 7.57 mmWinner | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP54 |
| Build | High-strength alloy frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i front and back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Reno 12 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $399Winner | $699 |
Oppo Reno 12 5G
Showcasing a mesmerizing Astro Silver liquid ripple aesthetic, high-strength alloy frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i drop protection, and OPPO AI Eraser 2.0, the Reno 12 5G combines featherweight 177g ergonomics with 80W SUPERVOOC charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
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