Realme 16x vs Redmi K100
The Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 528,398); the Redmi K100 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16x doesn't; the Realme 16x is noticeably lighter (217g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16x
Redmi K100
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Lighter: 217g vs 234g
- Better portability (40/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16x vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16x notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (40/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16x | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 217 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16x and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Realme 16x by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (80/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16x notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (40/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16x and the Redmi K100?
The Realme 16x has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16x over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.