ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL vs Vivo iQOO 16
The ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon SiP 1, 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 26/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL doesn't; the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL is noticeably lighter (165g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 223g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (90/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (75/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon SiP 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2246 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 Oreo | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×76.2×8.4 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2246
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (99/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (90/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (75/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL 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.