Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G vs iQOO 16: Which One Should You Buy?
iQOO 16 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
iQOO 16
iQOO 16 wins 4 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsiQOO 169097
- Camerafrom specsiQOO 168293
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie8888
- Batteryfrom specsiQOO 1662100
- Displayfrom specsiQOO 1688100
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- iQOO 16 has the bigger battery8,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh
- iQOO 16 has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 120 Hz
- iQOO 16 has the bigger screen6.85" vs 6.3"
- iQOO 16 has the faster chipQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 vs Google Tensor G6
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iQOO 16 wins — BeastScore 90.0/100
The iQOO 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh) and smoother screen (165 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Reliable all-round performance.
Larger battery: 8,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh · Smoother display: 165 Hz vs 120 Hz
Common questions
Which is better: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G or iQOO 16?
The iQOO 16 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh) and smoother screen (165 Hz vs 120 Hz). BeastScore: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G 89.0/100, iQOO 16 90.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G and iQOO 16?
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has a 6.3-inch display and 4850 mAh battery. iQOO 16 has a 6.85-inch display and 8400 mAh battery.
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