I generally like what Vivo does with the iQOO sub-brand. It has consistently delivered gorgeous designs, powerful hardware, and decent cameras, and the best part is the value; iQOO phones have always been among the most affordable to feature Qualcomm's latest silicon.
That's still the case as we head into 2024. The iQOO 12 is the first device I'm using that features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and it retains the brand's long-standing collaboration with BMW's M division, leading to a striking design. The phone has plenty of upgrades across the board — including a 3x telephoto with OIS and 50MP wide-angle lens — and you get Android 14 out of the box.
