Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Lighter: 183g vs 201g
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (98/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Realme 16 by 85.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (98/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.