Realme 16T vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Realme 16T — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme 16T by 84.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1099. Realme 16T was $1099 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.