Oppo A5x 4G vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Oppo A5x 4G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen1, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 33/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 320,666); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A5x 4G doesn't; the Oppo A5x 4G is noticeably lighter (193g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A5x 4G
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Oppo A5x 4G better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 223g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 320666
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 345
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1065
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A5x 4G vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 56 points higher (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (100/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A5x 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A5x 4G | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 320666 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 345 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1065 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A5x 4G
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Oppo A5x 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A5x 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A5x 4G and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Oppo A5x 4G by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A5x 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (100/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G (90/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A5x 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A5x 4G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Oppo A5x 4G by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A5x 4G and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Oppo A5x 4G has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A5x 4G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A5x 4G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A5x 4G 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.