OnePlus 12R vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $499 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,844,595); the OnePlus 12R is noticeably lighter (207g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $840
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $840 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OnePlus 12R by 66.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $341. OnePlus 12R was $341 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (90/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.