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# Realme 16 5G 8GB/256GB

> 6.57″ AMOLED display (120 Hz), Mediatek Dimensity 6400 Turbo (6 nm), 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, 7000 mAh battery, 5G, Android 16.

Overall score 73.6/100 (algorithm 1.0.0, data evidence 42 %); strongest in basics, build & comfort.

## Spec score

- Smoothness: **79**/100
- Battery: **67.4**/100
- Camera hardware: **45**/100
- Screen: **86.3**/100
- Build & comfort: **96.4**/100
- Longevity: **57.5**/100
- Basics: **100**/100

_Camera scores measure hardware potential (sensor, optics, stabilization) — not lab-tested photo quality._

## Strengths / Weaknesses

- ✅ Basics (100)
- ✅ Build & comfort (96.4)

## Specifications

- Display size: 6.57 in
- Display technology: AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
- Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 6400 Turbo (6 nm)
- RAM: 8 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Battery capacity: 7000 mAh
- Wired charging: 60 W
- Weight: 183 g
- Operating system: Android 16
- 5G support: Yes
- NFC: Yes
- eSIM: No

## Is it a real upgrade?

- Typical 2021 mid-ranger: +10.5
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G (2021): +6
- Apple iPhone 12 (2020): +11.1

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