Realme 16 vs Realme C100x
Comparing the Realme 16 (2026) and the Realme C100x (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000).
Realme 16
Realme C100x
- Better camera (38/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 52/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 31/100
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Realme C100x, the Realme 16 scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). 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 52/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Realme C100x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | — | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | — | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
- 7500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
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 52/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (71/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Realme C100x?
The Realme 16 edges out the Realme C100x by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Realme C100x?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme C100x — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Realme C100x?
The Realme 16 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Realme C100x?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C100x is a better fit for everyday use.