Realme 14 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme 14 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $279 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5600); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 976,904); the Realme 14 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 14 Pro
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme 14 Pro better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $279 vs $840
- Better portability (72/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 976904
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 14 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Realme 14 Pro — 54/100, 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 Realme 14 Pro (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (72/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 14 Pro | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 976904 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 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 | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×74.9×7.5 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $279 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme 14 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 14 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 14 Pro
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 14 Pro and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme 14 Pro by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $561. Realme 14 Pro was $561 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (100/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro (90/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (72/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 14 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 Pro by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 14 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme 14 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 14 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 14 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Realme 14 Pro 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.