Realme GT 8 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $350 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 80/100 (a 9-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 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $840
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 98/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 9 points higher (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 98/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT 8 by 43.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $490. Realme GT 8 was $490 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 98/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 edges out the Realme GT 8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT 8 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.