Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 79/100 vs 68/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo S50 Pro mini is faster in AnTuTu (2,974,201 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2833
- Lighter: 170g vs 191g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2974201 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 11 points higher (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (79/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S50 Pro mini leads Apple iPhone 16 by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $314. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $314 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (79/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (90/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.