Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Realme 16
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo; estimated prices are $1799 and $199. Both devices score the same overall rating of 39/100. Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Realme 16
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 2047
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $199 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 0/100)
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Realme 16 received the same MobileRank rating — 39/100. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (64/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (60/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (96/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Realme 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 550018 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 2047 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 183 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $199 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Realme 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Realme 16 by 154.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1600. Realme 16 is cheaper by $1600.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (20/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (64/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (60/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (71/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (96/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Realme 16?
Both devices scored 39/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme 16 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.