Realme 1 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme 1 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, 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 25/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 3410); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 314,537); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 1 doesn't; the Realme 1 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 1
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme 1 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 223g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3410 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 1 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 1 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (85/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 1 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3410 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo); ColorOS 5.2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×75.2×7.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme 1
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 1
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 1
- 3410 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 1 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme 1 by 94.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 1
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (100/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 1 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (85/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 1 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 1 by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 1 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme 1 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 1 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 1 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme 1 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.