Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy S10+ (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $999 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is noticeably lighter (175g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10+
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10+ better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 223g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 9W
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10+ — 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 S10+ (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (76/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10+ | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- Main: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless: 9W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $159. Vivo iQOO 16 was $159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (78/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (90/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (76/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy S10+ has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10+ 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.