Realme 16 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $199 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 53/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $350
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 20 points higher (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7410 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Realme 16 by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Realme 16 was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (89/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (86/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.