OnePlus 8T vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OnePlus 8T (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $749 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 990,988); the OnePlus 8T is noticeably lighter (188g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8T
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OnePlus 8T better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $840
- Better portability (62/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 990988
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8T vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 42/100). Value score: OnePlus 8T — 20/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 8T (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (62/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8T | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 990988 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×74.1×8.4 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $840 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8T
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8T
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8T and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OnePlus 8T by 82.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $91. OnePlus 8T was $91 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus 8T (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (62/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8T and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus 8T has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8T 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.