ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL vs Vivo iQOO 16
The ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $399 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 21/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 215,323); the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL is noticeably lighter (165g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $840
- Better portability (83/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 215323
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 181
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 960
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 15/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 68 points higher (89/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 12/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL — 0/100, 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 Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (100/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (83/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 215323 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 181 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 960 | 12873 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1.1 Nougat | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.4×75.2×7.7 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $840 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL by 96.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (100/100 vs 15/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (99/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (90/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (83/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL by 68 points (89/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 15/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.