Realme 16 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 52/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).
Realme 16
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $999
- Better portability (68/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 33 points higher (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (68/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $999 |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 16 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Realme 16 by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $800. Realme 16 was $800 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 (80/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (68/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 33 points (85/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.