Realme Neo7 SE vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $260 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-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 2,081,324).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 SE
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Lighter: 212g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $840
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2081324
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 SE vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 77/100). 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 68/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100, 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 Neo7 SE (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 SE | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2081324 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme Neo7 SE by 62.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $580. Realme Neo7 SE was $580 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, 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.