Realme is getting ready to kick off 2026 with a big smartphone launch. The Realme 16 Pro is officially arriving in India on January 6, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most feature-packed phones in the upper mid-range segment. Sitting just below the Pro+ variant, the device borrows several premium features while aiming to keep pricing competitive.
From a massive 200MP camera to a huge battery and a high-refresh AMOLED display, here’s everything we know so far.
200MP Camera Makes Its Way to the Pro Series
The headline feature of the Realme 16 Pro is its new 200MP LumaColor camera system. This is the first time Realme is bringing a 200MP sensor to this price bracket. The camera uses Samsung’s HP5 sensor and comes with Super OIS support.
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Realme says users can shoot at 1x, 2x and 4x lossless zoom levels, thanks to full-pixel auto zoom. The camera system is also TÜV Rheinland certified for colour accuracy, which should help keep photos looking natural rather than overprocessed.
Under the hood, the phone uses Realme’s HyperRAW image processing. According to the brand, this helps improve dynamic range, especially in group shots and tricky low-light scenes.
Portrait and AI Photography Features
Borrowing heavily from the Pro+ model, the Realme 16 Pro gets a five focal length portrait system. Users can shoot portraits at 1x, 1.5x, 2x, 3.5x and 4x, covering everything from full-body shots to tight close-ups.
There’s also a new Vibe Master Mode with 21 preset portrait tones designed for different lighting conditions. On the AI side, Realme has added AI Edit Genie, which lets users tweak backgrounds or hairstyles while keeping facial details intact.
Video Recording and Creator Tools
For video, the Realme 16 Pro supports 4K HDR recording at both 1x and 2x zoom. Subject tracking is handled by Realme’s MainTrack algorithm, which keeps moving subjects in focus.
Another new addition is AI Instant Clip, a feature aimed at casual creators. It automatically generates short video templates for travel, parties and events, making quick edits easier for social media.
Big Battery, Bright Display
Powering the device is a 7,000mAh Titan Battery, one of the largest we’ve seen in this segment. Realme claims it’s built for all-day and then some. Features like Super Power Saving Mode and bypass charging are included to manage heat during gaming or heavy use. An AI battery management chip is also onboard to help slow long-term battery degradation.
Up front, the phone sports a 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness is rated at up to 6,500 nits, which should make outdoor visibility a non-issue.
Dimensity 7300-Max and Realme UI 7.0
The Realme 16 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Max 5G processor from MediaTek. Realme claims an AnTuTu score crossing 970,000, placing it firmly in performance-focused territory.
To keep temperatures in check, the phone uses an AirFlow VC cooling system. On the software side, it runs Realme UI 7.0, built on the Flux Engine. The update brings the NEXT AI suite, including AI Framing Master, AI Recording and integration with Google Gemini.
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Design, Colours and Durability
Realme continues its design partnership with Japanese industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa. The Realme 16 Pro will be available in Master Gold, Pebble Grey and Orchid Purple. The phone features a skin-friendly textured finish and carries an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, which is rare at this price point.
Launch Date and What’s Next
The Realme 16 Pro will officially launch in India on January 6, 2026. Pricing, detailed specifications and sale dates will be revealed at the launch event.
If Realme gets the pricing right, the 16 Pro could turn into a strong all-rounder for users who want flagship-level camera and battery features without jumping to ultra-premium prices.
