Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 44/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $599
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2197
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 42 points higher (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 992 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (78/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 42 points (86/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.