Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $199 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 39/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,800,202 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $199 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2800202 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 27 points higher (66/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (71/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (96/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $199 | $1299 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Realme 16 by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1100. Realme 16 is cheaper by $1100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (67/100 vs 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (60/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (71/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (96/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 27 points (66/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.