realme has officially launched the Realme 16 Pro 5G in India, expanding its number series with a strong focus on camera hardware, battery endurance, display brightness, and durability. The phone sits firmly in the upper mid-range segment and targets users looking for long-term reliability along with modern hardware.
Display and Visual Experience
The Realme 16 Pro 5G is built around a high-end flat AMOLED panel:
- 6.78-inch AMOLED flat display
- 1.5K resolution (2800 × 1280 pixels)
- Up to 144Hz refresh rate
- Peak brightness up to 6,500 nits
- Flat screen design for improved touch accuracy and durability
- Protected by Gorilla Glass 7i
The display is tuned for:
- Smooth scrolling and gaming
- Better outdoor visibility
- Long viewing sessions with reduced glare
Performance and Software
Realme has prioritised efficiency and stability over raw flagship power:
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Max (4nm chipset)
- LPDDR4X RAM
- UFS 3.1 storage
- Ships with Android 16
- Runs Realme UI 7.0
Long-term software commitment includes:
- 3 years of Android OS updates
- 4 years of security updates
Camera Setup
Photography is one of the main highlights:
- 200MP primary rear camera
- Samsung HP5 sensor
- Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)
- 8MP ultra-wide camera
- 50MP front camera
- OmniVision OV50D sensor
The camera system is designed for:
- High-detail photography
- More stable low-light shots
- High-resolution selfies and video calls
Battery and Charging
Battery capacity is clearly a key selling point:
- 7,000mAh battery
- 80W fast charging
- Optimised for:
- Heavy daily usage
- Gaming and content consumption
- Reduced charging frequency
Build Quality and Protection
Realme has gone all-in on durability this time:
- IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K ratings
- Protection against dust, water immersion, and high-pressure water jets
- In-display optical fingerprint sensor
- Stereo speakers
- Metal-reinforced build feel
Connectivity and Design
Connectivity options include:
- Dual SIM 5G
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth 5.4
- IR blaster
Physical details:
- Thickness: 7.75mm (Pebble Grey, Orchid Purple), 7.79mm (Master Gold)
- Weight: 192 grams
- Slim profile despite the large battery
Colour options:
- Master Gold
- Pebble Grey
- Orchid Purple
Price, Sale Date, and Availability
Realme has priced the 16 Pro 5G competitively in India:
- 8GB + 128GB: ₹31,999
- 8GB + 256GB: ₹33,999
- 12GB + 256GB: ₹36,999
- Sale date: January 9
- Pre-bookings: Live on the Realme website and Flipkart
Launch Offers
Offline offers
- Up to ₹3,000 credit card EMI discount
- ₹1,500 instant discount on full swipe
- Free gifts: Bag + 1-year extended warranty
Online (Flipkart) offers
- ₹3,000 bank discount or ₹5,000 exchange bonus
- Existing Realme users get an extra ₹1,000 benefit
Additional offers
- Up to ₹3,000 CC EMI or ₹1,500 bank discount
- ₹2,000 exchange bonus
- Free gift: Realme Buds T200
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