Google Pixel 9 vs Realme 16
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo; estimated prices are $799 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 39/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Realme 16
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2047
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 27W
- Lighter: 183g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $199 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Realme 16, the Google Pixel 9 scores 11 points higher (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (60/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Realme 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 550018 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 183 g | |
| Price | $799 | $199 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Realme 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Realme 16 by 183.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $600. Realme 16 is cheaper by $600.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (25/100 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (75/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (60/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (71/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Realme 16 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme 16 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.