Realme GT3 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT3 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 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 61/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,420,808); the Realme GT3 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT3
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT3 better?
- Faster charging: 240W vs 100W
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT3 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 28 points higher (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT3 (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT3 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT3 (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT3 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 240W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT3
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT3
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 240W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT3 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT3 by 74.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT3 (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT3 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT3 (90/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT3 by 28 points (89/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT3 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT3 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT3 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT3 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.