OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs Realme 16x
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $350 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6700); the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,948,304 vs 528,398); the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
Realme 16x
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2948304 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 217g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6700 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $350
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs the Realme 16x, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 60/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 76/100, Realme 16x — 28/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | Realme 16x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2948304 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 166.5×78.2×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $299 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Realme 16x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads Realme 16x by 458.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Realme 16x was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 16x — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra over the Realme 16x?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.