TCL 50 SE vs Vivo iQOO 16
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, 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 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 365,001); the TCL 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 223g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 SE and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads TCL 50 SE by 93.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE 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.