Realme 16 vs Redmi K100
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 53/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Redmi K100
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 234g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 20 points higher (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (68/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Realme 16 by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (80/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (68/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Redmi K100?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.