Realme 16 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 52/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 299g).
Realme 16
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Lighter: 183g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 47/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2047
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 12 points higher (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (68/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 16 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Realme 16 by 62.2% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (73/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme 16 (58/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (63/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (68/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Realme 16 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (73/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.