Realme 16 5G (12GB + 256GB)

Realme 16 5G is an in-stock smartphone that comes with a 6.57-inch AMOLED display, 50MP primary camera, and is powered by the Dimensity 6400 Turbo processor. It features 7000mAh battery and 60W charging. Available for purchase online in India with possible presence in offline stores as well, it offers subpar value in this segment.

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4.3/5
(146 Ratings)
Market status:In Stock

Launched On: 02 Apr 2026

Was ₹36,999 13 day(s) ago

Processor
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo
  • Mali-G57 MC2
Display
Display
6.57" (120Hz)
  • FHD+ AMOLED
  • SDR
Battery
Battery
7000mAh (Lithium Ion)
  • 60Watt (wired)
  • Charger in the box
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
50MP (Wide-angle)
  • Sony IMX852
2MP (Monochrome)
  • OmniVision OV50D40

Hybrid Stabilization

1080p@30fps

RAM/Storage
RAM/Storage
12GB (LPDDR4X)
  • 256GB (UFS 2.2)
Front Camera
Front Camera
50MP (Wide)
  • 1080@60fps
Design
Design
Dragontrail Glass (Front)
  • Plastic (Back)
  • Plastic Frame (Side)
  • IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K (Dust and Water Resistant)
OS
OS
Android (Realme UI)
  • 3 year(s) of OS Update

Realme 16 5G (12GB + 256GB) Price in India

Realme 16 5G (12GB + 256GB) price in India starts at ₹39,999, with the price varying as per storage and color options. The phone is available in multiple configurations, starting from 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, going up to 12GB RAM with 256GB storage. Last updated on June 15, 2026

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₹39,999

₹29,200 with

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₹39,999

₹38,000 with Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card

PartnerOffer Applicable forOffer ValueFinal Value
Flipkart Axis BankCredit Card₹1,999 cashback₹38,000
Flipkart SBICredit Card₹1,999 cashback₹38,000
Flipkart Bajaj Finserv Insta EMICredit Card(EMI)₹200 off₹39,799
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₹39,999

Realme 16 5G (12GB + 256GB) Full Specifications

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General

  • Box ContentsPhone, 60W Charger, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Case
  • ColorsAir White, Air Black
  • LaunchApril 02, 2026
  • AvailabilityApril 06, 2026
  • StoresOfficial Store, Flipkart, Amazon, Reliance Digital, Croma
  • Launch CountryIndia
  • Launch Price₹36,999

Display

  • Type
    • Display TypeAMOLED
    • Refresh Rate120 Hz
    • Playback QualitySDR
    • LTPO SupportNo
    • LTPS SupportYes
    • Touch Sampling Rate240 Hz
    • Display EnhancementsAdaptive Colour Tone
    • Anti Reflection CoatingNo
  • Size
    • Display Size6.57 inches
    • Area105 cm²
    • Screen to Body Ratio93
    • Display Form FactorFlat Display
  • Resolution
    • Display ResolutionFHD+
    • Resolution Width1080 pixels
    • Resolution Height2372 pixels
    • Aspect Ratio19.8:9
    • Pixel Density397 ppi
    • Colour GamutDCI-P3
    • Color Gamut Range100 %
    • Display Bit Rate10-bit
    • Colour Depth1.07 Billion Colours
    • Eye Protection-
    • Typical Brightness1000 nits
    • High Brightness1400 nits
    • Peak Brightness4200 nits

Body

  • Dimensions158.3 x 75.1 x 8.1 mm
  • Weight183 grams
  • FrontDragontrail Glass
  • BackPlastic
  • SidePlastic Frame
  • Build QualityDT-Star2 Plus
  • PortsUSB Type-C, OTG
  • IP RatingIP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K (Dust and Water Resistant)
  • SpeakerStereo Speakers, OReality Audio

Processor

  • Chipset
    • Chipset ManufacturerMediaTek
    • ChipsetDimensity 6400 Turbo
    • Fabrication Size6 nm
    • Co-Processor-
  • CPU
    • Number of CoresOcta-core
    • Clock Speed2x2.5 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55
    • Cooling SystemAirflow VC Cooling System
  • GPUMali-G57 MC2

Main Camera

  • Main Camera
    • Main Camera #1 Megapixel50 MP
    • Main Camera #1 Camera SensorSony IMX852
    • Main Camera #1 Lens TypeWide-angle
    • Main Camera #1 Aperturef/1.8
    • Main Camera #1 Focal Length26 mm
    • Main Camera #1 Field of View75 degree
    • Main Camera #1 Sensor Size1/2.93"
    • Main Camera #1 Pixel Size0.6 µm
    • Main Camera #1 Camera FeaturesAuto Focus
      PDAF
  • Main Camera #2
    • Main Camera #2 Megapixel2 MP
    • Main Camera #2 Camera SensorOmniVision OV50D40
    • Main Camera #2 Lens TypeMonochrome
    • Main Camera #2 Aperturef/2.4
    • Main Camera #2 Field of View88
  • Main Camera #3
    • Main Camera #3 Camera SensorOmniVision OV70
    • Main Camera #3 Lens TypeMonochrome
  • Features
    • Camera StabilizationHybrid Stabilization
    • Auto Focus TypePDAF
    • Dynamic Video Recording SupportSDR recording
    • Dedicated Imaging ChipNo Chip
    • Lens EnhancementsNo enhancement
    • Slow Motion Recording120 fps slomo
    • Max Zoom Supported2-10X
    • FeaturesCinematic Mode
      Dual View
      EIS
      Google Lens
      Hi-Res Mode
      Night mode
      OIS
      panorama
      Portrait mode
      Slow Motion
      Time Lapse
  • Video
    • Video Recording1080p@30fps
      720p@120fps
      720p@30fps
    • Log Video Recording SupportNo
    • Video FeaturesCinematic mode
      Dual Video
      EIS
      OIS
      Slow Motion
      Time-lapse Video

Operating System

  • Operating SystemAndroid 16, Realme UI
  • Software Updates3 year(s) of Software updates and 4 year(s) of Security updates
  • AI FeaturesAI Edit Genie, AI Eraser, AI Instant Clip, AI Photo Editing, AI Portrait, AI Portrait Glow, AI Unblur, NEXT AI

Selfie Camera

  • Front Camera
    • Front Camera #1 Megapixel50 MP
    • Front Camera #1 Lens TypeWide
    • Front Camera #1 Aperturef/2.4
    • Front Camera #1 Focal Length23 mm
    • Front Camera #1 Field of View86
  • Features
    • Auto Focus TypeFixed Focus
    • FeaturesDual--view Video
      Night mode
      panorama
      Portrait
      Screen flash
      Time Lapse
  • Video
    • Video Recording1080@30fps
      1080@60fps
      720p@30fps
    • HDR Recording SupportSDR recording
    • Video FeaturesDual Video
      Time Lapse

Battery

  • Capacity7000 mAh, Lithium Ion (Non-removable)
  • Charging
    • Charging Speed Wired60 W
    • Wireless Charging SupportNo
    • Reverse Wireless Charging SupportNo
    • Reverse Wired Charging SupportYes
    • Charging Standards SupportedBC1.2
      PD2.0
      PPS
    • Bypass Charging SupportYes

Memory

  • Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
  • Storage256GB, UFS 2.2
  • RAM12GB, LPDDR4X

Network

  • SIMDual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
  • Technology5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA
  • 2G Bands1800, 850, 900 (3 bands)
  • 3G Bands1, 5, 8 (3 bands)
  • 4G Bands1, 3, 5, 8, 28B, 40, 41 (7 bands)
  • 5G Bands1, 3, 5, 8, 28B, 40, 41, 77, 78 (9 bands)
  • Speed5G, LTE, WCDMA

Connectivity

  • WLANWi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Dual Band
  • Bluetooth5.3, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, SBC
  • PositioningBeidou, Galileo, GPS, QZSS

Features

  • Fingerprint ScannerOptical (under display)
  • Sensors
    • Sensors on BoardAccelerometer
      Ambient Light Sensor
      Barometer
      Color Temperature Sensor
      Gyroscope
      Infrared Sensor
      Magnetometer Sensor
      Proximity Sensor
  • Additional FeaturesOrdinary Motor

Realme 16 5G (12GB + 256GB) Key Highlights

ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo
Display6.57"
Battery7000mAh
Rear Camera50MP
Front Camera50MP
DesignDragontrail Glass
RAM/Storage12GB/256GB

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