OnePlus 13T vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $650 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 74/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6260); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 3,173,674); the OnePlus 13T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $840
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3173674
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6260 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13T vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 15 points higher (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 65/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100). 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (66/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $840 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OnePlus 13T by 42.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $190. OnePlus 13T was $190 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100).
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 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (78/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (90/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (66/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the OnePlus 13T — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.