HMD Skyline vs Vivo iQOO 16
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 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 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 798,429).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 223g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Skyline vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (100/100 vs 53/100). 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 and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads HMD Skyline by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Skyline
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (100/100 vs 53/100).
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 and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (90/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline 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.