Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, 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 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 731,937); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Infinix Zero 5G 2023 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 223g
- Better portability (49/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G 2023 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.5×8.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Infinix Zero 5G 2023 by 86.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 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.