Infinix Zero Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Infinix Zero Ultra (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, 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 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 750,481); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero Ultra doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero Ultra
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Infinix Zero Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 180W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 213g vs 223g
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero Ultra | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 180W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×74.5×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero Ultra
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 180W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero Ultra and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Infinix Zero Ultra by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Zero Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (100/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (78/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra (90/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero Ultra by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Infinix Zero Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero Ultra 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.