Vivo iQOO 16 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $840 and $1900. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 3,760,662); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3760662
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $1900
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X Fold6 received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 86/100; 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 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold6 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (100/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | — | |
| Launch price | $840 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo X Fold6 by 46.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1060. Vivo iQOO 16 was $1060 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold6 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (100/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X Fold6?
Both devices scored 89/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO 16 (100/100 vs 96/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.