Realme 16 vs Realme C100 4G
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Realme C100 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G92 Max. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 30/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 4G has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 219g).
Realme 16
Realme C100 4G
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Lighter: 183g vs 219g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 54/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 30/100
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Realme C100 4G, the Realme 16 scores 9 points higher (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 leads (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (71/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Realme C100 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Helio G92 Max | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 166.5×78.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Realme C100 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100 4G
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (71/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Realme C100 4G?
The Realme 16 edges out the Realme C100 4G by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Realme C100 4G?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme C100 4G — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Realme C100 4G?
The Realme 16 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Realme C100 4G?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C100 4G is a better fit for everyday use.