Realme GT 7T vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT 7T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $335 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 69/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,018,141); the Realme GT 7T is noticeably lighter (202g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 7T
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT 7T better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 202g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $335 vs $840
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2018141
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 7T vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 20 points higher (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme GT 7T — 74/100, 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 notably outperforms the Realme GT 7T (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 7T (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 7T (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 7T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 7T | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2018141 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $335 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 7T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 7T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 7T
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 7T and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT 7T by 63.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $505. Realme GT 7T was $505 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 7T (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 7T (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 7T (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 7T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 7T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 7T by 20 points (89/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 7T and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 7T has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 7T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 7T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 7T over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 7T is a better fit for active users, 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.