Vivo iQOO 16 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $840 and $820. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 3,930,719).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 10240
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $840
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X500 received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100, Vivo X500 — 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 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo X500 by 39.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Vivo X500 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
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 X500 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 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X500?
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 X500?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.