Realme 16 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 53/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 581,041); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $1900
- Overall rating 53/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 35 points higher (88/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (95/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (82/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (100/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | — | |
| Launch price | $199 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Realme 16 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1701. Realme 16 was $1701 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (95/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (82/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (100/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 35 points (88/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.