Infinix Zero 5G vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Infinix Zero 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900, 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 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 671,241); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Infinix Zero 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2423
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 36/100). 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 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 900 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 671241 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1003 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2423 | 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 | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.5×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Infinix Zero 5G by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Infinix Zero 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G 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.