Realme P3x vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Realme P3x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, 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 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 581,041); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P3x doesn't; the Realme P3x is noticeably lighter (197g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P3x
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Realme P3x better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 223g
- Better portability (62/100 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 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme P3x vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). 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 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme P3x notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (62/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme P3x | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Realme P3x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme P3x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme P3x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme P3x and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Realme P3x by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme P3x
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (100/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x (90/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme P3x notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (62/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P3x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Realme P3x by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme P3x and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Realme P3x has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme P3x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme P3x or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme P3x 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.