Realme 16T vs Samsung Galaxy M16
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16T leads — 48/100 vs 45/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Realme 16T
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (75/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Samsung Galaxy M16, the Realme 16T scores 3 points higher (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme 16T are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (64/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Realme 16T | Samsung Galaxy M16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 16T and Samsung Galaxy M16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Samsung Galaxy M16
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme 16T are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (64/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Realme 16T edges out the Samsung Galaxy M16 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy M16 — 45/100.
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Realme 16T is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use.