Realme officially launched its new Realme 16 series globally, beginning with the Indian market. The series introduces two flagship models: Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+. Both devices bring significant upgrades, especially in camera technology and display features.
The key highlight of the Realme 16 Pro series is the integration of a 200 MP primary camera sensor. This represents a leap forward from previous generations and leverages Sony’s HP5 sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) for enhanced photo and video clarity. The camera setup also includes an 8 MP ultra-wide lens on both models. The higher-end Realme 16 Pro+ adds a 50 MP periscope telephoto lens providing 3.5x optical zoom.
Design and Display Innovations
Realme continues to emphasize design with the 16 series, adopting the Urban Wild Design philosophy crafted by renowned Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa. This yields a sleek and premium look with new textures.
Both phones feature AMOLED screens with a 1.5K resolution and a high refresh rate of 144Hz. Their displays offer exceptional brightness levels reaching up to 6,500 nits and support wide color gamut DCI-P3 for vivid colors. The Realme 16 Pro sports a flat 6.78-inch display, while the 16 Pro+ opts for a 6.8-inch curved screen, enhancing the immersive experience.
Performance and Hardware
Under the hood, Realme splits the performance lineup with different chipsets. The Realme 16 Pro runs on MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 Max, targeting a balance of efficiency and power for midrange users. The Realme 16 Pro+ is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, aiming for higher performance and gaming capabilities.
Both models come with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and support Dynamic RAM expansion up to 14GB. The internal storage uses UFS 3.1 technology, offering fast data transfer speeds with options up to 256GB on the Pro model and up to 512GB on the Pro+.
Battery and Software Features
Realme equips these devices with robust 7,000 mAh batteries, promising up to two days of usage on a single charge. Complementing this capacity is an 80W fast charging technology enabling rapid top-ups.
On the software front, the series runs Realme UI 7 based on Android 16, ensuring the user interface is up-to-date and optimized. The company has committed to providing three OS upgrades and four years of security updates, emphasizing longevity and user security.
Additional Specifications and Features
Key additional features include:
- In-display fingerprint sensors for convenient and secure unlocking.
- IR blaster for remote control functionality.
- Stereo speakers delivering balanced audio output.
- Connectivity support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and 5G networks.
- IP ratings of IP66, IP68, and IP69 indicating strong water and dust resistance.
Pricing and Market Availability
Realme 16 Pro and 16 Pro+ come in various color options catering to different style preferences. Pebble Grey, Orchid Purple, and Master Gold are available for the 16 Pro, while the 16 Pro+ also adds Camellia Pink to its palette.
The devices have launched in India with competitive price points:
- Realme 16 Pro 8GB/128GB: approximately $385 USD
- Realme 16 Pro 8GB/256GB: approximately $410 USD
- Realme 16 Pro 12GB/256GB: approximately $445 USD
- Realme 16 Pro+ 8GB/256GB: approximately $505 USD
- Realme 16 Pro+ 12GB/512GB: approximately $540 USD
Importantly, Realme 16 Pro series models have also appeared in Indonesia’s TKDN certification database, signaling an imminent launch in the market. Models RMX5120 (16 Pro) and RMX5131 (16 Pro+) have clearance with a local content value of 36.10%. The brand, however, remains quiet on the exact release date for Indonesia.
With advanced camera systems, stylish designs, and powerful guts, the Realme 16 Pro series seems poised to capture interest in global and Indonesian mid-to-high-end smartphone markets. The series sets new benchmarks in photography and multimedia for its price segment, supported by solid hardware and long-term software support.
