Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Samsung Galaxy A16
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 194g vs 200g
- Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 503850 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A16 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.