Realme Narzo 90 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme Narzo 90 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $179 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-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 581,041); the Realme Narzo 90 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 90
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme Narzo 90 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $840
- Better portability (72/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 90 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 90 — 72/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (72/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 90 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.2×7.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 90
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 90
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 90 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme Narzo 90 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $661. Realme Narzo 90 was $661 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (100/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (90/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (72/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 90 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme Narzo 90 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 90 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.