Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $140 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $840
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy M17e (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e 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.