Vivo iQOO 16 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $840 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 89/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 5,001,234).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 5001234
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 223g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $986
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 16 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Xiaomi 18 Pro Max by 9.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $146. Vivo iQOO 16 was $146 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (100/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 16 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.