Realme C100x vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme C100x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $175 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 8000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100x
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme C100x better?
- Lighter: 219g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $840
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100x vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Realme C100x — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Realme C100x are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100x | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $665. Realme C100x was $665 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (100/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (90/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Realme C100x are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100x and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme C100x has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100x over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme C100x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.