Realme 16T vs Vivo Y29

The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo Y29 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16T leads — 48/100 vs 44/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500).

The Realme 16T edges out the Vivo Y29 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Performance 43
Display 75
Camera 32
Battery 64
Portability
Value for money 58
Vivo Y29
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 54
Portability 59
Value for money
What makes Realme 16T better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better display (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y29 better?

  • Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Vivo Y29, the Realme 16T scores 4 points higher (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16T and the Vivo Y29 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).

Realme 16T: The Realme 16T is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y29: The Vivo Y29 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 16T Vivo Y29
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" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1608
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1000 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 8.9×None×None mm 165.8×76.1×8.1 mm
Weight 198 g
Launch price $200
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Vivo Y29
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Realme 16T
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
75
display
Vivo Y29
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Vivo Y29
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 16T and Vivo Y29, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 16T MediaTek Dimensity 6300
48/100
524785 AnTuTu
Vivo Y29 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
44/100
524785 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 16T
$200
Vivo Y29
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 (75/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 16T and the Vivo Y29 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Vivo Y29?

The Realme 16T edges out the Vivo Y29 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Vivo Y29?

The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y29 — 44/100.

Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Vivo Y29?

The Realme 16T is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y29 is a better fit for everyday use.