Vivo iQOO 16 vs Vivo X100 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Vivo X100 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $840 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 80/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,294,102).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Vivo X100 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2294102
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 30W
- Lighter: 223g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $900
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Vivo X100 Ultra better?
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 16 vs the Vivo X100 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 9 points higher (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100, Vivo X100 Ultra — 72/100; 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 X100 Ultra (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Vivo X100 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 2294102 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | 164.1×75.6×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $900 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X100 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X100 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X100 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Vivo X100 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo X100 Ultra by 139.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $60. Vivo iQOO 16 was $60 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 Ultra 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 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X100 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 16 edges out the Vivo X100 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X100 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X100 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X100 Ultra?
The Vivo X100 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X100 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Vivo X100 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X100 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.