Realme 16 Pro Plus and Realme 16 Pro launched: A big upgrade with 200MP camera, 7000mAh battery and AI features.

January 7, 2026 12:18 PM

Realme 16 Pro Plus and Realme 16 Pro have been launched in India. Know the design, 200MP camera, 7000mAh battery, Snapdragon processor, AI features, price and complete details of these smartphones.

Realme 16 series

Realme 16 Pro Plus

Realme has updated its popular number series in 2025. With the launch of Realme 16 Pro Plus and Realme 16 Pro, the company has made it clear that this series is no longer just mid-range, but is moving towards the premium segment. This time, special focus has been given to camera, design and AI integration.

Realme 16 Pro vs Realme 16 Pro Plus Highlights Comparison Table

Features Realme 16 ProRealme 16 Pro Plus
Display6.7-Inch AMOLED Flat Display 6.7-Inch Curved AMOLED Display Edge-to-Edge
Display Protection Gorilla Glass 7iGorilla Glass 7i
ProcessorMediatek Dimensity 7300Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
RAM8GB / 12GB (LPDDR5X)12GB /16GB (LPDDR5X)
ROM128GB / 256 GB (UFS 3.1)256GB/512GB UFS 3.1)
Operating SystemAndroid 16 Based Realme UI 7.0Android 16 Based Realme UI 7.0
Telephoto Lens ❌ NO3.5x Optical, 120x Digital Zoom
Camera (Rear)200MP primary + 8 Ultra-wide200 Primari + 50MP Telephoto + 8MP Ultra-wide
Battery7000mAh7000mAh

Design & Build Quality

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The design of the Realme 16 Pro Plus gives a premium feel at first sight. The phone has a vegan leather back panel, which gives a different and luxurious experience as soon as you hold it in your hand. The golden frame and light curves make it more elegant. At the same time, a polycarbonate variant is certainly available, but the vegan leather color is considered better for a premium feel.

Display

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The phone has a curled edge-to-edge AMOLED display, which is curled from the right and left. It has a 144Hz refresh rate and 6500 nits peak brightness, due to which visibility remains excellent outdoors as well. Gorilla Glass 7i makes it strong. Due to the thin bezels, the display looks like a flagship level. Protection makes it more.

Camera: 200 MP & Telephoto Lens

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The biggest highlight of the Realme 16 Pro Plus is its camera setup. It features:

  • 200MP Samsung primary sensor
  • 50MP telephoto lens (3.5x optical, 120x digital zoom)
  • 8MP ultra-wide camera

A 50MP front camera is provided for next-generation selfies. This time, there is a clear improvement in low-light photography and zoom shots compared to previous models. 4K 60fps video recording support also makes it attractive for video creators.

AI Features & New Realme UI 7.0

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The phone runs on Android 16-based Realme UI 7.0. Deep integration of AI is seen in it:

  • AI Light Me
  • AI Style Me
  • AI Landscape
  • AI Gaming Coach
  • AI Photo Editing and Glare Removal

All these features make everyday use smarter and more fun.

Perfomance & Gaming Experience

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Realme 16 Pro Plus is given a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor, which gets support for LPDDR5X RAM and vapor chamber cooling. Graphics remain smooth during gaming and heating control is also good. However, some users might expect a more powerful chipset in this price range.

Battery & Charging

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A large 7000mAh battery has been given in the phone, which can easily provide a backup of 1.5 to 2 days. It also gets 80W fast charging support, due to which even such a large battery gets charged quickly.

Realme 16 Pro vs Realme 16 Pro Plus

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A telephoto lens has not been provided in the Realme 16 Pro and it gets a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor. However, the AI features and UI experience are almost the same. Its price is being told to be around ₹35,000.

Price & Market Positioning

The estimated price of Realme 16 Pro Plus could be around ₹41,999/-. This is a big price jump compared to the previous generation, but considering the camera and AI features, the company is positioning it in the premium segment.

Conclusion

Realme 16 Pro Plus is for users who want a great camera, premium design, and AI-smart experience.
The price is definitely a bit high, but in terms of features, this phone offers an almost flagship-level experience.

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Sanjeeb Singh

Hi, I am Sanjeeb Singh—founder of TimesofIndia24x7.com and a full-time news junkie. I am a proud Odia boy from Odisha who views journalism not just as a profession, but as a passion. After graduation, instead of following the corporate path, I discovered my 'Ikigai' in the world of news and digital media. Whether it’s the spinning wheels of bikes, the roaring engines of cars, the latest smartphone updates, or serious topics like health and education—I write every article from the heart so that accurate, simple, and impactful information reaches my readers. For me, writing news isn't just a job; it's a lifestyle that I live every day, 24/7.

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