Realme 16T vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 48/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 1980
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 18 points higher (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Realme 16T — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Realme 16T are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (64/100 vs 37/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Realme 16T by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $899. Realme 16T was $899 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (93/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Realme 16T are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (64/100 vs 37/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Realme 16T — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.