Realme 16 vs Realme V30
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Realme V30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 11/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V30 doesn't.
Realme 16
Realme V30
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 186g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 67/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 11/100
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Realme V30, the Realme 16 scores 28 points higher (39/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 36/100). 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, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Realme V30 (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 and the Realme V30 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Realme V30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Realme V30
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Realme V30
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V30
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (38/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Realme V30 (60/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 and the Realme V30 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Realme V30?
The Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 by 28 points (39/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Realme V30?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme V30 — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Realme V30?
The Realme 16 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Realme V30?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V30 is a better fit for everyday use.