TCL 50 XE vs Vivo iQOO 16
The TCL 50 XE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 40/100 (a 49-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 513,809); the TCL 50 XE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XE
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes TCL 50 XE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 223g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XE vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (65/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XE | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.0×8.3 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XE and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads TCL 50 XE by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 XE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (65/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XE and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The TCL 50 XE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XE 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.