OPPO A6 Max vs Vivo iQOO 16
The OPPO A6 Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 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 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,027,925); the OPPO A6 Max is noticeably lighter (198g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6 Max
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes OPPO A6 Max better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 223g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- 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 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6 Max vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). 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 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO A6 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6 Max | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6 Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6 Max and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads OPPO A6 Max by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OPPO A6 Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 Max (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO A6 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6 Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 Max by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO A6 Max and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The OPPO A6 Max has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO A6 Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO A6 Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OPPO A6 Max 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.