Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Realme 16 (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 37/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Realme 16 scores 2 points higher (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 0/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | — | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | — | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (60/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (71/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Realme 16 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.