Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 919,158); the Realme 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $799
- Better portability (62/100 vs 35/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 919158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (62/100 vs 35/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $499 | $799 |
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 16 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Realme 16 Pro by 80.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Realme 16 Pro is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (92/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (62/100 vs 35/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Realme 16 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.