ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,227,639); the Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably lighter (223g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $840
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 223g vs 238g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $840 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. ASUS ROG Phone 5 was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (100/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (90/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.