Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $199 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 54/100 vs 44/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (1,214,772 vs 607,137); the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Overall rating 44/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 1214772 vs 607137
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2197
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $199
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 10 points higher (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (56/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 52/100, Vivo iQOO Z11x — 78/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (30/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 1214772 | |
| Geekbench Single | 992 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $170 |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 50.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo iQOO Z11x was $29 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (30/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on camera score (30/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (60/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.