Realme Narzo 100x vs Samsung Galaxy M16
The Realme Narzo 100x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Narzo 100x leads — 46/100 vs 45/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 224g).
Realme Narzo 100x
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Lighter: 191g vs 224g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 36/100)
Comparing the Realme Narzo 100x vs the Samsung Galaxy M16, the Realme Narzo 100x scores 1 points higher (46/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x leads (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme Narzo 100x are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme Narzo 100x are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (65/100 vs 36/100).
| Specification | Realme Narzo 100x | Samsung Galaxy M16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×78.2×8.8 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $205 | — |
Realme Narzo 100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Narzo 100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Narzo 100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme Narzo 100x and Samsung Galaxy M16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Samsung Galaxy M16
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme Narzo 100x are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Realme Narzo 100x are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (64/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (65/100 vs 36/100).
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Realme Narzo 100x edges out the Samsung Galaxy M16 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 100x and the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Realme Narzo 100x has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy M16 — 45/100.
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 100x over the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The Realme Narzo 100x is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use.