The Realme 16 Pro and 16 Pro+ have officially launched in India today, January 6, 2026. This series marks a significant leap for Realme, debuting the world’s first 200MP LumaColor camera system and massive 7,000mAh batteries.
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Here is the detailed breakdown of the pricing, offers, and specifications.
Price and Variants
Both phones come in three storage configurations.
| Variant | Realme 16 Pro Price | Realme 16 Pro+ Price |
| 8GB + 128GB | ₹31,999 | ₹39,999 |
| 8GB + 256GB | ₹33,999 | ₹41,999 |
| 12GB + 256GB | ₹36,999 | ₹44,999 |
Launch Offers & Availability
- Sale Date: The first sale begins on January 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon).
- Where to Buy: Flipkart, realme.com, and authorized offline retail stores.
- Bank Discounts: * ₹4,000 Instant Discount on Realme 16 Pro+ via select bank cards.
- ₹3,000 Instant Discount on Realme 16 Pro.
- Special Benefits: Early buyers may receive a realme backpack and a 1-year extended warranty (specific to pre-booking/early bird windows).
The 200MP LumaColor Camera
The standout feature is the LumaColor Image Technology, developed in partnership with TÜV Rheinland.
- Sensor: Both phones lead with a 200MP Samsung HP5 sensor ($1/1.56″$).
- The Tech: LumaColor focuses on “Full-Dimensional Skin Tone Optimization.” It uses a dedicated imaging lab to calibrate colors under complex lighting (like dim cafes or neon lights) to ensure natural skin tones and realistic shadows.
- Pro+ Exclusive: The Pro+ includes a 50MP Periscope Telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom and up to 120x digital zoom.
- Standard Pro: Uses a “Golden Portrait Lens Kit” for 1x to 4x lossless focal lengths without the periscope hardware.
- AI Features: Includes AI Edit Genie (to change backgrounds/hairstyles via text/voice) and Vibe Master Mode with 21 preset portrait tones.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Realme 16 Pro | Realme 16 Pro+ |
| Display | 6.78″ 1.5K AMOLED, 144Hz | 6.8″ 1.5K Curved AMOLED, 144Hz |
| Brightness | 1,500 nits (HBM) | 6,500 nits (Peak) |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Max | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 |
| Battery | 7,000mAh Titan Battery | 7,000mAh Titan Battery |
| Charging | 80W Ultra Charge | 80W Ultra Charge |
| Rear Camera | 200MP + 8MP (UW) | 200MP + 50MP (Peri) + 8MP (UW) |
| Front Camera | 50MP | 50MP |
| Durability | IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K | IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K |
| Software | Realme UI 7.0 (Android 16) | Realme UI 7.0 (Android 16) |
Other Highlights
- Design: Collaborated with designer Naoto Fukasawa for the “Urban Wild Design,” featuring bio-based silicone materials and a premium textured finish.
- Durability: The IP69 rating means these phones can survive high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, rare for this price segment.
- Cooling: Both feature an “AirFlow VC” cooling system to manage heat during gaming or 80W charging.
