Infinix Note 50 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Infinix Note 50 Pro+ (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $280 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 71/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,724,757).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 50 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Infinix Note 50 Pro+ better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 209g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $840
- Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 18 points higher (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Infinix Note 50 Pro+ — 86/100, 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 Infinix Note 50 Pro+ (100/100 vs 70/100). 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 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 50 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1724757 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.5×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $280 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 50 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 50 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 50 Pro+
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 50 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Infinix Note 50 Pro+ by 68.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $560. Infinix Note 50 Pro+ was $560 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ (100/100 vs 70/100).
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 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ (78/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Infinix Note 50 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Infinix Note 50 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.