Motorola Moto S50 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Motorola Moto S50 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 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 4310); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto S50 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto S50
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Motorola Moto S50 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 223g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4310 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto S50 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 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 46/100). 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 Motorola Moto S50 (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (75/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto S50 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2670 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4310 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- 6.4" LTPO P-OLED
- Resolution: 1272x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto S50
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto S50 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Motorola Moto S50 by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto S50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (78/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (75/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto S50 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Motorola Moto S50 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto S50 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.