Realme 16 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 52/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 227g).
Realme 16
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 183g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $420
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 21 points higher (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $420 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 16 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Realme 16 by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $221. Realme 16 was $221 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 21 points (73/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.