Realme 16 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 52/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Realme 16
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $599
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 34 points higher (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $599 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 16 by 85.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $400. Realme 16 was $400 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (94/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (85/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 34 points (86/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 16 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, budget-conscious buyers.