Realme 16T vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Realme 16T (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Realme 16T by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Realme 16T (50/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Realme 16T by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.