Realme 16 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads — 76/100 vs 52/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is faster in AnTuTu (3,154,662 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 210g).
Realme 16
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Lighter: 183g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $400
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 49/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3154662 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 scores 24 points higher (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 90/100; 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 Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (68/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 3154662 | |
| 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 | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $400 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Realme 16 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads Realme 16 by 82.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $201. Realme 16 was $201 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (68/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 24 points (76/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Realme 16 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.