Realme GT 8 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $599 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 84/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 3,950,082); the Realme GT 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (207g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $840
- Better portability (52/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3950082
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 98/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 5 points higher (89/100 vs 84/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100, 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 and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 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 | 207 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT 8 Pro by 28.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $241. Realme GT 8 Pro was $241 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 edges out the Realme GT 8 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.