Poco F6 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $290 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,784,363); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $840
- Better portability (72/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1784363
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 75/100). 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 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, 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 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (72/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1784363 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Poco F6 by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Poco F6 was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (100/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (72/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.