Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 62/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 919,158); the Realme 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $599
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 919158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 24 points higher (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). 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 (62/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $499 | $599 |
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
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
We compared Realme 16 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 16 Pro by 75.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Realme 16 Pro is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).
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 (62/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro by 24 points (86/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, 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 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 16 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.