Just hours after the Redmi Note 15 was unveiled, Realme has officially launched the Realme 16 Pro 5G and Realme 16 Pro+ 5G in India, thus offering healthy alternatives in the upper mid-range smartphone segment. The new models introduce segment-first features like a mega 7,000mAh battery, IP69K dust and water resistance, ultra-bright AMOLED displays, and advanced camera systems flaunted by a 200MP primary sensor.
Both phones boast an aluminium frame with a premium ‘Urban Wild’ design, available in striking colour options including Master Gold, Master Grey, and India-exclusive shades like Camellia Pink and Orchid Purple. They also feature a square triple rear camera module that has a striking resemblance to the OnePlus 15’s camera.
Realme 16 Pro, Realme 16 Pro+: Specifications at a glance
Let’s look at some of the key specifications and features that are common to both the models.
– Massive 7,000mAh capacity battery with 80W fast charging for multi-day endurance.
– Industry-leading IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings – capable of withstanding high-pressure water jets and extreme conditions.
– Realme UI 7.0 based on Android 16, with promises of three major OS updates and four years of security patches.
– LPDDR5x RAM, advanced vapour chamber cooling, and AI features like recording tools and Google Gemini integration.
– 300% ultra-volume mode for loudspeakers.
Realme 16 Pro 5G: What it offers as extra
– Flat 1.5K AMOLED panel with 144Hz refresh rate, up to 6,500 nits peak brightness, and 1.07 billion colours.
– MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max processor, optimised for efficiency and sustained performance.
– Triple rear setup with 200MP main sensor, supporting 4K HDR video recording.
Realme 16 Pro+ 5G: What upgrades it offers
– Curved AMOLED with ultra-slim 1.48mm bezels, 2,500Hz instant touch sampling rate, 6,500 nits peak brightness, and Netflix HDR support.
– Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, which promises high-performance gaming and multitasking.
– Triple rear setup including 200MP primary sensor and 50MP periscope telephoto lens with approximately 3.5x optical zoom for superior long-range photography.
The Pro+ model stands out as the more premium, camera-focused variant with periscope zoom capabilities, while the standard Pro offers excellent value for balanced everyday use.
Realme 16 Pro series pricing, offers, and availability
The Realme 16 Pro is priced at:
– 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs 31,999
– 8GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 33,999
– 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 36,999
The Realme 16 Pro+ 5G is priced at:
– 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs 39,999
– 8GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 41,999
– 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 44,999
As part of the launch offers on the Realme 16 Pro series, you get Rs 3,000 flat discount on the Realme 16 Pro with select bank cards (effective starting price as low as Rs 28,999 for the base variant). You also get Rs 4,000 flat discount on Realme 16 Pro+ with eligible cards.
The smartphones will go on sale starting January 9, 2026, through Flipkart and the official Realme India online store.
