Realme 16 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 33/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't.
Realme 16
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better camera (38/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 175g vs 183g
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 71/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Realme 16 scores 6 points higher (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 37/100). 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 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
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 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (60/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Realme 16 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.