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iQOO 16 vs iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
Compare up to four phones using typed, normalized technical data. Measurements stay numeric, capabilities stay boolean, and options stay comparable.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The iQOO 16 is the more complete buy for performance, cameras, and connectivity: it has the higher overall score, 8.2 versus 7.5. The iQOO Neo 11 Ultra suits buyers who prioritize a 9,100 mAh battery and a 4,500-nit display over 8,400 mAh and 2,800 nits.
The iQOO 16 leads performance with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, scoring 4,327 in Geekbench 6 single-core versus 3,781 and 12,873 in multi-core versus 12,189. It also offers 1 TB versus 512 GB, a 165 Hz display versus 144 Hz, and 508 ppi versus 450 ppi. The iQOO Neo 11 Ultra keeps the edge in direct OS updates: yes versus no.
For cameras and connectivity, the iQOO 16 has a 1/1.3-inch main sensor versus 1/1.56-inch, 8K video versus 4K at 30 fps, a telephoto camera, and a 50 MP ultrawide versus 8 MP. Bluetooth 6 beats Bluetooth 5.4. The trade-off is charging: 120 W versus 100 W, although its battery is smaller; both share 40 W wireless charging.
iQOO iQOO 16
The iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is the better buy for buyers who prioritize 9,100 mAh, 4,500 nits, and direct OS updates.
iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The iQOO 16 is the better buy for buyers seeking more complete cameras, 1 TB, and 120 W charging.
The verdict
Your pick: iQOO iQOO 16, ahead on Performance & hardware, Camera, Connectivity and Battery & charging. Unless Design & display decides it for you.
| Category | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.7 | 8.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 10.0 | 9.8 |
| Camera | 8.3 | 7.1 |
| Connectivity | 7.0 | 6.4 |
| Battery & charging | 8.2 | 6.8 |
Which one is for you?
iQOO iQOO 16, if you care about…
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 6
- against Bluetooth 5.4
- Display Refresh Rate
- 165 Hz
- against 144 Hz
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 1,000 GB
- against 512 GB
- Display Pixel Density
- 508 ppi
- against 450 ppi
iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 9,100 mAh
- against 8,400 mAh
- Peak Display Brightness
- 4,500 nits
- against 2,800 nits
- Direct OS Updates
- Yes
- against No
Specification comparison
Battery
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | — |
| Battery Capacity | 8,400 mAh | 9,100 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | — | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 120 W Best value | 100 W |
| Battery Features | Battery Level Indicator, Wireless Charging, Fast Charging, Rechargeable | Battery Level Indicator, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Non-Removable |
| Battery Endurance | — | — |
| Wireless charging power | 40 W | — |
| Charge cycles | — | — |
| Talk time | — | — |
| Standby time | — | — |
| Music playback time | — | — |
Design
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | — | — |
| Body Thickness | 8.7 mm | 8.69 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 76.8 mm | 75.88 mm |
| Body Height | 163.7 mm | 163.42 mm |
| Weight | 227 g Best value | 230 g |
| Usable Surface | — | — |
| Body Materials | — | — |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | — |
| Repairability Class | — | — |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Rugged Build | No | No |
| Drop Test Count | — | — |
| Unfolded thickness | — | — |
| QWERTY keyboard | — | — |
Performance
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 |
| Processor Process Size | 2 nm Best value | 3 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 850 | Mali-G1 Ultra MP12 |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.1 | UFS 4.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 5.1 GHz Best value | 4.21 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 1,000 GB Best value | 512 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | — | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 4,327 Best value | 3,781 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 12,873 Best value | 12,189 |
| CPU Description | — | — |
| Processor Type | — | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR6 | LPDDR5X |
| Expandable Storage | No | No |
| AnTuTu version | — | — |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | — | — |
| Maximum memory card | — | — |
Sensors
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Display
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | — | 20:9 |
| Peak Display Brightness | 2,800 nits | 4,500 nits Best value |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | LTPS AMOLED |
| Display Diagonal | 6.85″ Best value | 6.83″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,440 px | 1,440 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 3,168 px | 3,200 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 508 ppi Best value | 450 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 165 Hz Best value | 144 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 500 Hz | 500 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | — | — |
| Display Features | LTPO, HDR10, Touchscreen | Gorilla Glass, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch |
| Integrated Projector | No | No |
| Projector Brightness | — | — |
| Projector Horizontal Resolution | — | — |
| Projector Vertical Resolution | — | — |
| Cover display diagonal | — | — |
| Cover display refresh rate | — | — |
| Cover display peak brightness | — | — |
| Display colors | — | — |
Sensor
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyroscope | Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyroscope |
Software
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
| OS Update Support | — | — |
| Direct OS Updates | No | Yes Best value |
| Google Services | — | — |
| Web browser | — | — |
| Java (J2ME) | — | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | — | — |
| Cellular Technologies | — | LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi Features | — | Dual Band |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 6 Best value | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | — |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 | NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | — | — |
| SAR American Body | — | — |
| SAR (EU) head | — | — |
| SAR (EU) body | — | — |
| Messaging | — | — |
Audio
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio Features | LDAC, Stereo Speakers | LDAC, Stereo Speakers |
| Alert types | — | — |
Technical
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| EAN / GTIN | — | — |
| UPC | — | — |
| Launch price | — | — |
| MPN | — | — |
| Launch price (USD) | — | — |
Features
| Specification | iQOO 16 | Neo 11 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in functions | — | — |
