Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 Pro leads — 43/100 vs 11/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme 16 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't.

The Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 32 points (43/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Performance 3
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 65
Design 53
Value for money 93
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (3/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 197g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Realme 16 Pro scores 32 points higher (43/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (93/100 vs 55/100).

Realme 16 Pro: The Realme 16 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 16 Pro Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 919158
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 2700x1224 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 200 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 197 g 186 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2700x1224
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 16 Pro
$250
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (52/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (65/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 32 points (43/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Realme 16 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Realme 16 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.