Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 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 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,399,664); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 223g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1399664
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 — 30/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (78/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1399664 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 112 | — | |
| 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 / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.2×71.9×6.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
- 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 Flip4
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 by 74.5% 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (78/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (90/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (78/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 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.