Samsung Galaxy M16 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare Samsung Galaxy M16 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 5000mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $159 vs…
Samsung
Galaxy M16 5G
$159
1categories won
vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
10categories won
2 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo iQOO Neo 9 takes the overall win
The vivo iQOO Neo 9 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Galaxy M16 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iQOO Neo 9. Choose the iQOO Neo 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy M16 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
iQOO Neo 9 takes battery honors offering 5,160 mAh alongside 120W charging.
iQOO Neo 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Galaxy M16 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
Galaxy M16 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $159 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Galaxy M16 5G vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 385 ppi | 453 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 800 nits | 1400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 6 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 420,000 | 1,620,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2050 | 5440Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 13 MP | 16 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,160 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 195 g | 190 gWinner |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Build | Polymer composite body, reinforced glass front | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 14 |
| OS updates | 6 years | — |
| Security updates | 7 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy M16 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $159Winner | $699 |
Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
The Galaxy M16 5G delivers unbeatable long-term software support in the budget 5G segment, matching a vivid 6.7-inch Super AMOLED 90Hz display with 6 years of promised Android OS updates and security patches.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
vivo iQOO Neo 9
iQOO Neo 9 brings flagship Sony IMX920 camera sensor from the X100, 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 silicon, and 120W charging into an aggressively priced powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
- Software
- 14