Highlights
- Realme 16x appears on the BIS certification site on May 6, 2026 and hints at an imminent India launch.
- It is expected in Endurance Brown and Glory White colours with 4GB+128GB, 6GB+128GB and 6GB+256GB memory options.
- Detailed hardware specs for the 16x remain under wraps.
The Realme 16 lineup presently has the Realme 16 Pro, Realme 16 Pro Plus and the recently launched Realme 16. Now, there is an upcoming Realme 16x model that has reportedly appeared on the BIS certification website, which hints that its India launch could be just around the corner.
According to a recent report by Xpertpick, the BIS listing reveals the model number RMX5270 matches earlier leaks associated with the Realme 16x. Here’s what we know so far.
Realme 16x BIS Certification Details
The BIS certification listing confirms a Realme smartphone carrying the model number RMX5270. The certification was reportedly granted on May 6, 2026. Although Realme has not officially announced the handset yet, such listings generally indicate that the launch timeline is getting closer.
Notably, this current certification does not reveal any hardware specifications or official marketing name of the smartphone.
Realme 16x – What We Know So Far?
Last month, well-known Indian tipster Abhishek Yadav on X claimed that the Realme 16x would launch in India soon with the same RMX5270 model number.
As per the leak, the smartphone may be offered in two colour options that are Endurance Brown and Glory White. The device is also expected to arrive in three storage variants including 4GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 6GB RAM + 256GB storage.
Exclusive: realme 16x 5G is coming to India.
Model number RMX5270. Variants confirmed 4GB+128GB, 6GB+128GB, and 6GB+256GB.
Two colours: Endurance Brown and Glory White.
Launch looks close.
What price are you expecting? 👇 pic.twitter.com/UVyWFMup1R
— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) April 28, 2026
At the moment, detailed hardware specifications of the Realme 16x remain under wraps. However, the previous generation device gives an idea about the segment in which the smartphone could be positioned.
The Realme 16x will succeed the Realme 15x 5G in the brand lineup. Realme 15x was launched in India in October 2025 at a starting price of Rs. 16,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant. For reference, the Realme 15x 5G featured a 6.8-inch HD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, 1,200 nits peak brightness and 256ppi pixel density.
In any case, we can expect more details about the upcoming Realme 16x to emerge in the coming weeks.
FAQs
Q1. Has the Realme 16x been officially announced?
Answer. No, Realme has not officially announced the 16x yet. However, its appearance on the BIS certification site with model number RMX5270 suggests that the India launch is near.
Q2. What variants of the Realme 16x are expected?
Answer. Leaks indicate the Realme 16x may come in two colours that are Endurance Brown and Glory White and with three storage options: 4GB+128GB, 6GB+128GB, and 6GB+256GB.
Q3. Which device will the Realme 16x succeed?
Answer. The Realme 16x will succeed the Realme 15x 5G, which launched in India in October 2025 at a starting price of ₹16,999.
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