Vivo iQOO 16 vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $840 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 8400); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,120,347).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6405
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 223g vs 228g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 8400 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $840
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 77/100). 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 78/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 159.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.