Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $199 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $548
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2197
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 50/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (95/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 992 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (95/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.