Realme GT 5G vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,135,878); the Realme GT 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 5G
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 223g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 5G (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 5G | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.3×8.4 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 5G
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 5G and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT 5G by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 5G (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 5G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 5G and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 5G has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 5G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 5G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 5G over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 5G is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.