iQOO Neo12
-
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 + iQOO Q3 Gaming Chip
-
Display 6.83 inches
-
Battery 9000 mAh Si/C Li-Ion, non-removable
-
Camera 50 MP
Compare iQOO Neo12
iQOO Neo12: At a Glance
iQOO Neo12 has a 6.83-inch Visionox LTPO AMOLED display, a 50 MP main camera and a 9000 mAh battery.
Show 7 more key specs
Specs
Network
| Technology | Not specified |
|---|---|
| 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48 |
| 5G Network | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2026, October 24 |
|---|---|
| Status | Available. Released 2026, October 30 |
BODY
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm (6.41 x 3.04 x 0.34 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 224 g (7.90 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, glass/textured composite back with active cooling fan grille, polished metal frame with side air vent |
| SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Water Resistant | Not specified |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Visionox LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 185Hz, 2592Hz PWM, HDR10+, 2200 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak) |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.83 inches, 113.5 cm2 (~90.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3168 pixels, 19.8:9 ratio (~510 ppi density) |
| Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Schott Xensation Alpha |
PLATFORM
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 17, OriginOS 7 |
|---|---|
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) + iQOO Q3 Gaming Chip |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Octa-core (2x4.60 GHz Oryon Prime + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon Performance) |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Adreno 840 |
MEMORY
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | No |
|---|---|
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (UFS 4.1) |
MAIN CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. |
50 MP, f/1.88, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56" Sony IMX921, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 116˚ (ultrawide) |
|---|---|
| Camera Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 16 MP, f/2.45, (wide) |
|---|---|
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | Yes |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Features
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, Built-in 59-blade Active Cooling Fan + 3D Ice Dome VC |
|---|
BATTERY
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
|---|---|
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 9000 mAh |
| Placement | Not specified |
| Charging The functionality responsible for recharging batteries in portable devices, such as mobile phones, significantly influences both battery lifespan and the practicality of daily product usage.The charging process, encompassing factors like voltage, current, and completion actions, is contingent upon the battery's size and type.Contemporary battery chargers dynamically adjust charging parameters based on the battery's current charging state. Charging an empty battery poses no safety risk, allowing for a quicker charging process. Consequently, many charging speed benchmarks, including ours, specify the battery level achieved after a 30-minute session on an empty battery.Standard chargers with a power output of 5V/1A, equivalent to 5W, serve as a baseline, with anything surpassing this speed classified as quick or fast charging. | 100W wired FlashCharge, bypass charging |
MISC
| Colors | Frost Blade Blue, Fierce Edge, Shadow Black |
|---|---|
| Model | V2612A |
| SAR SAR (Specific absorption rate): Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 1.15 W/kg (head), 1.04 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 0.98 W/kg (head), 1.32 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $629.00 / CNY 4,199 / ₹55,999 |
TESTS
| Performance | AnTuTu: 3,120,000 (v10) | GeekBench: 10,150 (v6) |
|---|---|
| Display | 2200 nits HBM brightness |
| Loudspeaker | Not specified |
| Battery (new) | Active use score 22:05h |
Reasons to Buy (Pros)
- Built-in 59-blade physical active cooling fan paired with 3D Ice Dome VC and IP69 water/dust resistance
- Colossal 9,000 mAh silicon-anode battery with 100W wired FlashCharge and bypass charging
- 6.83-inch 2K Visionox AMOLED display with ultra-smooth 185Hz refresh rate and Q3 gaming chip
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor with 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor starting around $629
Reasons to Avoid (Cons)
- Modest secondary cameras (8MP ultrawide and no dedicated telephoto lens)
- No wireless charging support
- USB Type-C 2.0 transfer speed
The iQOO Neo12 is a iQOO smartphone that pairs a 6.83 inches, 113.5 cm2 (~90.5% screen-to-body ratio) (Visionox LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 185Hz, 2592Hz PWM, HDR10+, 2200 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak)) display with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) + iQOO Q3 Gaming Chip processor. Announced in 2026, October 24 (Available. Released 2026, October 30), the device is positioned for buyers looking for a competitive option around 629.
Design and Display
On the outside, the iQOO Neo12 measures 162.8 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm (6.41 x 3.04 x 0.34 in) and weighs 224 g (7.90 oz), featuring a Glass front, glass/textured composite back with active cooling fan grille, polished metal frame with side air vent construction. The front is built around a 6.83 inches, 113.5 cm2 (~90.5% screen-to-body ratio) Visionox LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 185Hz, 2592Hz PWM, HDR10+, 2200 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak) panel with a resolution of 1440 x 3168 pixels, 19.8:9 ratio (~510 ppi density), giving users sharp text rendering and smooth scrolling for everyday browsing and media playback.
Performance, Software, and Memory
Powering the iQOO Neo12 is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) + iQOO Q3 Gaming Chip SoC (Octa-core (2×4.60 GHz Oryon Prime + 6×3.62 GHz Oryon Performance)) paired with the Adreno 840 GPU. Memory configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (UFS 4.1) (Card slot: No). Out of the box, the phone runs Android 17, OriginOS 7.
Camera Configuration
For photography, the rear camera setup consists of: 50 MP, f/1.88, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56" Sony IMX921, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 116˚ (ultrawide). Video capture on the main system supports 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS. On the front, selfie duties and video calls are handled by a 16 MP, f/2.45, (wide) camera.
Battery Life, Charging, and Connectivity
Battery capacity is rated at 9000 mAh (Si/C Li-Ion, non-removable), with charging support rated at 100W wired FlashCharge, bypass charging. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band) and USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
iQOO Neo12 — Frequently Asked Questions
What processor and storage options does the iQOO Neo12 have?
The iQOO Neo12 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) + iQOO Q3 Gaming Chip chipset with an Octa-core (2x4.60 GHz Oryon Prime + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon Performance) CPU and Adreno 840 GPU. Memory and storage configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (UFS 4.1).
What is the battery capacity and charging speed of the iQOO Neo12?
The iQOO Neo12 comes with a 9000 mAh battery (Li-Ion (Lithium Ion)) and supports 100W wired FlashCharge, bypass charging.
How good is the iQOO Neo12 camera setup?
On the rear, the iQOO Neo12 features 50 MP, f/1.88, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56" Sony IMX921, PDAF, OIS | 8 MP, f/2.2, 116˚ (ultrawide). It supports video recording at 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS. For selfies, it includes a 16 MP, f/2.45, (wide) front camera.
Does the iQOO Neo12 support 5G, NFC, and a headphone jack?
Yes, the iQOO Neo12 supports 5G networks (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA). NFC support: Yes. 3.5mm headphone jack: No.
What is the price and release status of the iQOO Neo12?
The estimated retail price of the iQOO Neo12 is around $629. Market status: Available. Released 2026, October 30. Available colorways include Frost Blade Blue, Fierce Edge, Shadow Black.
Reviews
Disclaimer Note
We strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date content on our website for general information purposes only. Please refrain from using the material for business, legal, or any other decisions.
