Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $929 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 32/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 223g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $929
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 57 points higher (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 — 0/100, 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 Note 8 (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (90/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 8 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×74.8×8.6 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $929 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $89. Vivo iQOO 16 was $89 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (100/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (78/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (90/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 57 points (89/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 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.