TCL 60 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The TCL 60 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $179 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes TCL 60 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $840
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 43/100). 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 48/100). Value score: TCL 60 — 52/100, 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 TCL 60 (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 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 | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $840 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 60
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 60 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads TCL 60 by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $661. TCL 60 was $661 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (90/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (63/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 60 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The TCL 60 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 60 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 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.