Realme 16 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $330 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,392,392); the Realme 16 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $599
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4106
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 63.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Realme 16 Pro+ was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (94/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (78/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (85/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Realme 16 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.