Realme 16 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 203g).
Realme 16
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Lighter: 183g vs 203g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 31/100
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Realme 16 scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 leads (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (71/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.