Realme Neo7 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 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 7000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,550,332).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 223g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2550332
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- 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 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 84/100). 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). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 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 | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- 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 Neo7
- 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 Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme Neo7 by 53.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Neo7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 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 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme Neo7 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.