Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 53/100 (a 25-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 Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 25 points higher (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Realme 16 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2000. Realme 16 was $2000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 25 points (78/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.