Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Apple iPhone SE (2024) better?
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8638
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (78/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE (2024) | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- —
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE (2024) and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 64.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (78/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE (2024) and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE (2024) over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.