Realme GT7 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $420 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-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 2,415,876); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 206g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $840
- Better portability (53/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2415876
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7478
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, 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 GT7 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 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 | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 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 | 206 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme GT7 by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Realme GT7 was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (78/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the Realme GT7 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme GT7 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.