Realme C71 vs Vivo iQOO 16

The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $146 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 6000); the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 223g).

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme C71

Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money 60

Vivo iQOO 16

Performance 100
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 90
Portability 42
Value for money 92

What makes Realme C71 better?

  • Lighter: 196g vs 223g
  • Cheaper at launch: $146 vs $840

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1800
  • Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6000 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 66/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C71 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 66/100). Value score: Realme C71 — 60/100, 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 C71 (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (64/100 vs 42/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme C71 Vivo iQOO 16
Processor Unisoc T7250 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
AnTuTu — 5498720
Geekbench Single 600 4327
Geekbench Multi 1800 12873
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1604 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6000 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 / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 725 nits 6000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm
Weight 196 g 223 g
Launch price $146 $840

Camera comparison

Realme C71

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera

Vivo iQOO 16

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Realme C71

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Realme C71

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 8400 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
90
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme C71

$146

Vivo iQOO 16

$840

Launch price difference: $694. Realme C71 was $694 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (100/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (78/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (90/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (64/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Realme C71 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.