Vivo S16 Pro vs Vivo S17 Pro
The Vivo S16 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, while the Vivo S17 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S17 Pro leads — 60/100 vs 58/100 (a 2-point difference).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16 Pro
Vivo S17 Pro
What makes Vivo S16 Pro better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 188g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Vivo S17 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Better camera (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S16 Pro vs the Vivo S17 Pro, the Vivo S17 Pro scores 2 points higher (60/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo S17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S17 Pro and the Vivo S16 Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S17 Pro and the Vivo S16 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 Pro and the Vivo S17 Pro are nearly equal (76/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S16 Pro | Vivo S17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1240821 | 1240821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 1239 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3962 | 3962 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Origin OS 3 | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo S16 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo S17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S16 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S17 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S16 Pro and Vivo S17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S17 Pro and the Vivo S16 Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S17 Pro and the Vivo S16 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 Pro and the Vivo S17 Pro are nearly equal (76/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16 Pro or the Vivo S17 Pro?
The Vivo S17 Pro edges out the Vivo S16 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo S16 Pro and the Vivo S17 Pro?
The Vivo S16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo S17 Pro — 60/100.
Should you choose the Vivo S16 Pro over the Vivo S17 Pro?
The Vivo S16 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo S17 Pro is a better fit for active users.