Highlights
- Realme 16 Pro+ will launch in India on January 6, 2026.
- It features a periscope telephoto lens alongside a 200MP LumaColor primary sensor and a 50MP periscope camera with up to 6x lossless zoom.
- Other features include Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, paired with 12GB RAM + 512GB storage, a 6.78-inch 4D curved AMOLED display (6,500 nits, 1.5K expected) and a 7,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging.
Realme has officially revealed the key specifications of the Realme 16 Pro+ after confirming details of the Realme 16 Pro series earlier. Both smartphones are set to launch in India on January 6, 2026. Here’s what we know about the model so far.
Realme 16 Pro+ – Design and Build
Realme is positioning the 16 Pro+ as its most durable number-series smartphone to date. The handset carries IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K certifications, offering protection against dust, water immersion, and even high-temperature and high-pressure water jets.
Previously confirmed details also reveal that the smartphone will feature an ‘Urban Wild’ design and will be available in two India-exclusive colour options i.e. Master Gold and Master Grey. Both the Realme 16 Pro+ and the standard Realme 16 Pro will be sold exclusively via Flipkart.
Realme 16 Pro+ – Camera Features
The Realme 16 Pro+ marks the comeback of the periscope telephoto camera, a feature the brand skipped in the previous generation after introducing it on the Realme 14 Pro+ earlier this year. However, there will be no ultrawide camera this time. Instead, the smartphone will feature a dual rear camera system consisting of a LumaColor image-tuned 200-megapixel primary sensor and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens.
The periscope camera matches the resolution seen on the Realme 14 Pro+, which used a Sony IMX882 sensor offering 3x optical zoom and up to 6x lossless zoom. It remains unclear whether the Realme 16 Pro+ uses the same sensor or optics as rival devices, but the overall camera setup positions it strongly for zoom-focused photography.
Realme 16 Pro+ – Key Features
In terms of performance, the Realme 16 Pro+ will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC. This chipset is already used in devices such as the Realme 15 Pro and Vivo V60 and is known for reliable day-to-day performance in the mid-range category.
The processor will be paired with 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Realme claims the device can achieve an AnTuTu score of around 1.44 million.
The Realme 16 Pro+ is confirmed to feature a 4D curved AMOLED display, expected to measure 6.78 inches. The panel will offer up to 6,500 nits of peak brightness, ultra-slim 1.48mm bezels, a 2,500Hz touch sampling rate, and support for Netflix HDR content. While the resolution has not been officially disclosed, it is expected to be 1.5K, promising a sharp and vibrant viewing experience.
Powering the device is a large 7,000mAh battery paired with 80W wired fast charging support. This setup is similar to what was seen on the Realme 15 Pro and is expected to deliver solid endurance.
According to Realme, the Realme 16 Pro+ can provide up to 9.3 hours of gaming, around 20.8 hours of Instagram usage, up to 21 hours of YouTube playback, and as much as 125 hours of music streaming on Spotify.
Realme 16 Pro+ – Expected Price in India
Realme has not yet officially announced the India pricing of the Realme 16 Pro+. However, a leaked retail box suggests a price tag below Rs 43,999. If accurate, this would make it the most expensive smartphone in Realme’s number-series lineup so far.
That said, such pricing appears aggressive, even considering rising component costs. While a price hike is expected, Realme’s traditionally competitive pricing strategy could still make the Realme 16 Pro+ one of the most attractive mid-range options for users prioritising camera performance.
FAQs
Q1. When will the Realme 16 Pro+ launch in India?
Answer. The Realme 16 Pro+ will launch in India on January 6, 2026, alongside the Realme 16 Pro, exclusively via Flipkart.
Q2. What are the key design and durability features of the Realme 16 Pro+?
Answer. The smartphone features an Urban Wild design, India-exclusive colours (Master Gold & Master Grey) and carries IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K certifications for dust, water, and high-pressure resistance.
Q3. What specifications and camera setup does the Realme 16 Pro+ offer?
Answer. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC, paired with 12GB RAM + 512GB storage, a 6.78-inch 4D curved AMOLED display (6,500 nits peak brightness), and a 7,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging. The dual rear camera system includes a 200MP primary sensor and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with up to 6x lossless zoom.