Redmi M100 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi M100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, 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 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 624,021).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi M100
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi M100 better?
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 624021
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 976
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2250
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 223g vs 232g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi M100 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi M100 (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi M100 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 624021 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 976 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2250 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7900 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 825 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.1×78.4×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi M100
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi M100
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi M100
- 7900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi M100 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi M100 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi M100
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 (100/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi M100 (90/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi M100 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi M100 by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi M100 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi M100 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi M100 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi M100 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi M100 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.