Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $229 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 52/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5200); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (165g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $840
- Better portability (94/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2100
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 39/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 37 points higher (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ — 58/100, 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 Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (94/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2100 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $611. Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ was $611 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (100/100 vs 39/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (90/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (94/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ 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.