Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 53/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Lighter: 183g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $2899
- Better display (80/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 16 points higher (69/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (68/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Realme 16 by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2700. Realme 16 was $2700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (90/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (68/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Realme 16 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.