Realme 16T vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 48/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $499
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 34 points higher (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme 16T — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 16T (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme 16T by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Realme 16T was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 16T (99/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 16T by 34 points (82/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16T or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.