Realme 15x vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $250 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-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 528,398); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Lighter: 212g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $840
- Better portability (49/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Realme 15x — 52/100, 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 15x (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15x | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15x and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme 15x by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Realme 15x was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (90/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.