Realme 16 vs Realme P4

The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Realme P4 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $199 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme P4 leads — 57/100 vs 52/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme P4 is faster in AnTuTu (956,756 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P4 doesn't.

The Realme P4 edges out the Realme 16 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Performance 44
Display 80
Camera 40
Battery 63
Portability 68
Value for money 68
Realme P4
Performance 57
Display 79
Camera 35
Battery 68
Portability 66
Value for money 72
What makes Realme 16 better?
  • Lighter: 183g vs 195g
  • Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $229

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (68/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Realme P4 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 956756 vs 550018
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 803
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2047
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 60W

  • Higher performance (57/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Realme P4, the Realme P4 scores 5 points higher (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme P4 leads (57/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Realme P4 — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme P4 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Realme P4 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 and the Realme P4 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).

Realme 16: The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme P4: The Realme P4 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 16 Realme P4
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo Dimensity 7400
AnTuTu 550018 956756
Geekbench Single 803 1061
Geekbench Multi 2047 3185
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1080x2372 1080x2392
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 60W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm 163.3×75.9×7.6 mm
Weight 183 g 195 g
Launch price $199 $229
Camera comparison
Realme 16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 50MP
40
camera
Realme P4
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Realme 16
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2372
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Realme P4
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Realme 16
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • No wireless charging
63
battery
Realme P4
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 16 and Realme P4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 16 MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo
52/100
550018 AnTuTu
Realme P4 Dimensity 7400
57/100 +42.5%
956756 AnTuTu

Realme P4 leads Realme 16 by 42.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 16
$199
Realme P4
$229

Launch price difference: $30. Realme 16 was $30 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme P4 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Realme P4 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 and the Realme P4 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Realme P4?

The Realme P4 edges out the Realme 16 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Realme P4?

The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Realme P4 — 57/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Realme P4?

The Realme 16 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Realme P4?

The Realme P4 leads on performance (57/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Realme P4?

The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme P4 is a better fit for everyday use.