Tecno Pop 5X vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, 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 28/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pop 5X
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 223g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 61 points higher (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (78/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (78/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 61 points (89/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X 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.