Vivo iQOO 16 vs Vivo iQOO Z11S
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Vivo iQOO Z11S (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500; launch prices were $840 and $296. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11S has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 8400); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,102,456).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Vivo iQOO Z11S
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1102456
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3276
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 223g vs 225g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11S better?
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 8400 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $296 vs $840
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11S, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100, Vivo iQOO Z11S — 54/100; 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 Vivo iQOO Z11S (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z11S are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Vivo iQOO Z11S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 1102456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 3276 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | 163.9×76.5×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $296 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z11S
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11S
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo iQOO Z11S
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Vivo iQOO Z11S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo iQOO Z11S by 398.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $544. Vivo iQOO Z11S was $544 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (100/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z11S are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z11S?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z11S?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11S — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z11S?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z11S?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Vivo iQOO Z11S?
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 Z11S is a better fit for active users.