Realme GT6 (China) vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT6 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 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 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5800); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,345,563); the Realme GT6 (China) is noticeably lighter (207g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT6 (China)
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT6 (China) better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 223g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT6 (China) vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 82/100). 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 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT6 (China) is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT6 (China) | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 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 | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×76.1×8.4 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT6 (China)
- 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 GT6 (China)
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT6 (China)
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT6 (China) and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT6 (China) by 57.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT6 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) (90/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT6 (China) is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT6 (China) or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme GT6 (China) by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT6 (China) and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT6 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT6 (China) or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT6 (China) or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT6 (China) over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT6 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.