Realme 16 5G vs Realme 16x 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Realme 16 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Realme

Realme 16 5G

Realme 16 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Realme

Realme 16x 5G

Realme 16x 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Realme 16 5G wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Realme 16 5G
Realme 16 5G
1 win
Realme 16x 5G
Realme 16x 5G
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Realme 16 5GRealme 16x 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsRealme 16 5G
    60
    54
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • Batteryfrom specsTie
    100
    100
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Realme 16x 5G has the bigger screen6.81" vs 6.57"
  • Realme 16 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 6 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Realme 16 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.57" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Realme 16x 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.81" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationRealme 16 5GRealme 16x 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedNot listed
Screen Size6.57"6.81"
Resolution & DensityN/A N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Realme 16 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 6400 Turbo Dimensity 6300
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
WeightN/AN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity7,000 mAh7,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Realme 16 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Realme 16 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 6GB.

Buy Realme 16 5G if you want

More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 6GB

Buy Realme 16x 5G if you want

Balanced specifications with Realme hardware design · Runs Android 15 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: Realme 16 5G or Realme 16x 5G?

Realme 16 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Realme 16x 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 6GB.

What are the main battery and display differences between Realme 16 5G and Realme 16x 5G?

Realme 16 5G has a 6.57-inch display and 7000 mAh battery. Realme 16x 5G has a 6.81-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.

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