Poco X6 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $299 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,604,305); the Poco X6 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6 Pro
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $840
- Better portability (64/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1604305
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4265
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X6 Pro — 60/100, 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 Poco X6 Pro (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (64/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 Pro | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1604305 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4265 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- 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 X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X6 Pro and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Poco X6 Pro by 70.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $541. Poco X6 Pro was $541 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (100/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (90/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (64/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X6 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco X6 Pro 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.