Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-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 859,084); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is noticeably lighter (183g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 223g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). 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 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (77/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" Foldable Dynamic AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2636 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; One UI 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×73.6×7.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- 6.7" Foldable Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2636
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (78/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (77/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 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 Z Flip or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 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.