Vivo S16 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo S16 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 59/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,010,069); the Vivo S16 is noticeably lighter (182g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo S16 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 225g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S16 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 26 points higher (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (92/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (76/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S16 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Origin OS 3 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S16
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo S16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S16
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S16 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Vivo S16 by 66.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (92/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (76/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 by 26 points (85/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S16 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo S16 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S16 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo S16 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.