Realme 3i vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme 3i (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 26/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 314,537); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 3i doesn't; the Realme 3i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 3i
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme 3i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 223g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4230 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 3i vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 3i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (71/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 3i | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.1×75.6×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme 3i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 3i
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 3i
- 4230 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 3i and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme 3i by 94.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 3i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (100/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (78/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (90/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 3i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (71/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 3i or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 3i and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme 3i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 3i or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 3i or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme 3i over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.