Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 52/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2047
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 20 points higher (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (63/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 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 | $1999 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme 16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme 16 by 86.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1800. Realme 16 was $1800 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 20 points (72/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.