Realme 16 Pro Series India Launch Tomorrow: Know Price and Premium Features
Realme is set to launch its next-generation number series smartphones, Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+, in India on January 6, 2026. Aimed squarely at the premium mid-range segment, the new lineup is expected to bring major upgrades in camera technology, battery capacity, and overall design, offering near-flagship features at competitive prices.
Bengaluru, January 5: Realme is set to launch its next-generation number series smartphones, Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+, in India on January 6, 2026. Aimed squarely at the premium mid-range segment, the new lineup is expected to bring major upgrades in camera technology, battery capacity, and overall design, offering near-flagship features at competitive prices.
New Design Language and Display Upgrades
The Realme 16 Pro series will debut a fresh “Urban Wild” design language, reportedly created in collaboration with renowned Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa. The smartphones are expected to feature curved-edge displays and a redesigned square-shaped camera module, marking a shift from the circular camera layout seen in the previous generation. Realme 16 Pro, Realme 16 Pro Plus, Realme 16 Pro Max Price and Specifications.
Color options tipped for India include:
• Master Gold
• Master Grey
• Camellia Pink
• Orchid Purple
On the front, the Realme 16 Pro+ is likely to sport a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate.
200MP Camera and AI Imaging Features
Realme has teased the series with a “200MP Portrait Master” tagline. The Pro+ model is expected to feature a triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 200MP primary sensor with OIS. It is likely to be paired with:
• 8MP ultra-wide camera
• Periscope telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom and up to 120x digital zoom
For image processing, the phones are expected to debut the LumaColor Algorithm for enhanced low-light photography, along with AI Edit Genie 2.0. On the front, a 50MP selfie camera is tipped for high-quality selfies and video calls.
Performance, Software, and Massive Battery
Under the hood, the Realme 16 Pro+ is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, while the standard Realme 16 Pro may feature the MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Max processor. Realme 16 Pro Price in India.
Both devices are likely to run Realme UI 7.0 based on Android 16, with a promise of three major Android updates and four years of security patches.
One of the biggest highlights is the 7,000mAh battery, a significant jump for the segment. Despite the large battery, the phones are expected to remain slim and support 80W fast charging for quick top-ups.
Expected Price in India and Availability
While official pricing will be announced at the launch event scheduled for 12 PM IST on January 6, leaks suggest the following expected prices in India:
• Realme 16 Pro: Starting around INR 31,999 (8GB/128GB), going up to INR 36,999 (12GB/256GB)
• Realme 16 Pro+: Expected to start at INR 39,999, with the top variant priced near INR 44,999
Post-launch, the Realme 16 Pro series is expected to go on sale via Flipkart and Realme’s official online store. The new lineup will replace the Realme 15 Pro series, offering bigger batteries, better displays, and a substantial camera upgrade.
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