iQOO 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Verdict
iQOO 12 delivers exceptional value with flagship performance at nearly half the S25+ price. Its 144Hz AMOLED display with 3000 nits brightness surpasses Samsung's 120Hz panel, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 handles gaming and apps smoothly. Camera quality favors iQOO with its 64MP telephoto and superior 8K video at 24fps, though Samsung's processing algorithms remain competitive. iQOO's 120W charging fully refuels in minutes versus Samsung's leisurely 45W. However, Samsung edges ahead with IP68 water resistance, lighter build at 190g, and the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset showing better sustained performance. One UI 7 also provides superior software refinement compared to Funtouch OS. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing display and charging speed, iQOO 12 offers remarkable value. Those wanting premium durability, wireless charging, and proven software stability should invest in the Galaxy S25+.
Who Should Buy
Buy the iQOO 12 if…
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- →144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- →120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S25+ if…
- →Flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset
- →Sharp QHD+ 120Hz display with high brightness
- →Compact and lightweight for a large-screen phone
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
iQOO 12
Pros
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- 144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- 120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
- 64 MP 3x telephoto periscope zoom is excellent for the price
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for future-proof connectivity
Cons
- No IP rating for water or dust resistance
- No wireless charging despite flagship-level pricing
- Limited global availability and after-sales network
- 13 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- OriginOS/Funtouch is heavily skinned
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Pros
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset
- Sharp QHD+ 120Hz display with high brightness
- Compact and lightweight for a large-screen phone
- 12 GB RAM standard across the lineup
- Seven years of software support
Cons
- Camera hardware nearly unchanged from S24+
- No periscope telephoto like the Ultra
- Charging still at 45W in 2025
- Galaxy AI features partly require cloud
Full Specifications
| Spec | iQOO 12 | Samsung Galaxy S25+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Funtouch OS 14 / OriginOS 4) | Android 15, One UI 7 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 202 g | 190 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | None | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.1 mm | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX920 | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@120fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 64 MP, f/2.57, 3x optical zoom, OIS | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 120W FlashCharge | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W Qi2 |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1260 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz + 3x3.2 GHz + 2x3.0 GHz + 2x2.3 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.47 GHz + 6x3.53 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 830 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
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