Realme 16 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $330 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 68/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,392,392); the Realme 16 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (199g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $499
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 14 points higher (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 199 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $169. Realme 16 Pro+ was $169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Realme 16 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.