OnePlus 16 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 89/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 5,195,978).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 16
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OnePlus 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 5195978
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 16 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the OnePlus 16 scores 6 points higher (95/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 16 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 5195978 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17, OxygenOS 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 16
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 16
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 16 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OnePlus 16 by 5.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus 16
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 16 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 16 edges out the Vivo iQOO 16 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 16 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 16 has a MobileRank rating of 95/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 16 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 16 leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 16 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 16 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.