Realme 16 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $199 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 52/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 209g).
Realme 16
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $300
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 70W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 13 points higher (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (68/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $300 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Realme 16 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Realme 16 by 67.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $101. Realme 16 was $101 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (70/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (68/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme 16 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.