Meizu 22 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Meizu 22 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 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 80/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5510); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,454,886); the Meizu 22 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 22
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Meizu 22 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 40W
- Lighter: 190g vs 223g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2454886
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6649
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 22 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 9 points higher (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 22 (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 22 and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 22 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 22 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2454886 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2670 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5510 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 66W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66/IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×71.0×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 22
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 22
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1200x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 22
- 5510 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 66W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 22 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Meizu 22 by 55.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 22
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 22 (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 22 and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 22 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 22 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 edges out the Meizu 22 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 22 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Meizu 22 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 22 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 22 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Meizu 22 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.