Realme 16 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 52/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 226g).
Realme 16
Vivo X300 Pro
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 35 points higher (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $899 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Realme 16 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Realme 16 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $700. Realme 16 was $700 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (93/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (68/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 35 points (87/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.