Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 47/100 (a 42-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 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 223g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 64/100). 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 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100, 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 Z Flip3 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (78/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (90/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (76/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 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 | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 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 Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 79.3% 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 Z Flip3 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (78/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (90/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (76/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 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 Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.