Redmi Note 10S vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $250 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 535,127); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $840
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10S — 40/100, 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 Redmi Note 10S (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (68/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10S and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi Note 10S by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Redmi Note 10S was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (100/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (68/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S 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.