OnePlus Nord vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OnePlus Nord (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $399 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4115); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 597,974); the OnePlus Nord is noticeably lighter (184g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OnePlus Nord better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $840
- Better portability (67/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4115 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 27/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord — 16/100, 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 Nord (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (67/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4115 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×73.3×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 184 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $840 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord
- 4115 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OnePlus Nord by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. OnePlus Nord was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (100/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (90/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (67/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OnePlus Nord has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 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.