Vivo S16 Pro vs Vivo V30 Pro
The Vivo S16 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, while the Vivo V30 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo V30 Pro leads — 70/100 vs 58/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo V30 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo V30 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,272,440 vs 1,240,821).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16 Pro
Vivo V30 Pro
What makes Vivo S16 Pro better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 188g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Vivo V30 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1272440 vs 1240821
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S16 Pro vs the Vivo V30 Pro, the Vivo V30 Pro scores 12 points higher (70/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V30 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo V30 Pro leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo V30 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V30 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 Pro (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo V30 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 Pro and the Vivo V30 Pro are nearly equal (76/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S16 Pro | Vivo V30 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1240821 | 1272440 | |
| 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 | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Origin OS 3 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | 164.4×75.1×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo S16 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo V30 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V30 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S16 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V30 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S16 Pro and Vivo V30 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo V30 Pro leads Vivo S16 Pro by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
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 V30 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V30 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 Pro (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo V30 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 Pro and the Vivo V30 Pro are nearly equal (76/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16 Pro or the Vivo V30 Pro?
The Vivo V30 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo S16 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S16 Pro and the Vivo V30 Pro?
The Vivo S16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo V30 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16 Pro or the Vivo V30 Pro?
The Vivo V30 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S16 Pro over the Vivo V30 Pro?
The Vivo S16 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo V30 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.