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title: "Realme 16 Pro+ 5G: price in India, specs and scores"
url: https://findbestphones.com/phones/realme-16-pro-plus/
updated: 2026-10-24
source: "FindBestPhones"
---

# Realme 16 Pro+ 5G

The Realme 16 Pro+ 5G launched in India on 6 January 2026, went on sale on 9 January 2026 and costs ₹39,999 for the 8GB/128GB variant (launch price, 6 January 2026). It has Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, a 6.8-inch AMOLED 144Hz display, a 7,000 mAh battery with 80W charging and a 200 MP main camera. Its overall score is 74/100, #22 of 76 phones we rank in India (2026-10-24).

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## Price in India

| Variant | Price | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8GB/128GB | ₹39,999 | launch | 2026-01-06 |
| 8GB/256GB | ₹41,999 | launch | 2026-01-06 |
| 12GB/256GB | ₹44,999 | launch | 2026-01-06 |
| 8GB/256GB | ₹55,999 | current | 2026-10-24 |
| 12GB/256GB | ₹58,999 | current | 2026-10-24 |

## Display

- Size: 6.8 inches
- Panel: AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 144Hz
- LTPO: Not confirmed
- Peak brightness: 6,500 nits (maker-stated)
- Resolution: 2800x1280
- Pixel density: 453 ppi (calculated)

## Performance

- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
- Geekbench 6 (chip, typical): 1,305 single-core / 3,982 multi-core
- RAM: 8GB / 12GB
- Storage: 128GB / 256GB
- Expandable storage: Not confirmed

## Cameras

- Main camera: 200 MP, 1/1.56-inch sensor, OIS
- Ultrawide camera: 8 MP
- Periscope camera: 50 MP, 3.5× optical zoom
- Front camera: 50 MP
- Rear video: Not confirmed
- 4K selfie video: Not confirmed

## Battery and charging

- Battery: 7,000 mAh
- Wired charging: 80W
- Wireless charging: Not confirmed
- Charger in the box: Not confirmed

## Design and build

- Dimensions: 162.5 × 76.3 × 8.1 mm
- Weight: 198 g
- Water and dust resistance: IP68/IP69
- Frame: Not confirmed
- Colours: Not confirmed
- Form factor: Bar (non-folding)

## Software

- OS at launch: Android 16, Realme UI 7.0
- OS upgrades promised: 4 years
- Security updates promised: 6 years
- Near-stock Android: No

## Connectivity and audio

- 5G: Yes
- eSIM: Not confirmed
- NFC: Not confirmed
- Wi-Fi: Not confirmed
- 3.5 mm headphone jack: Not confirmed
- Stereo speakers: Not confirmed

## Scores

- Overall: 74/100 (#22 of 76)
- Camera: 62/100 (#22 of 87)
- Video: not enough data
- Selfie: not enough data
- Battery: 84/100 (#34 of 141)
- Charging: 78/100 (#29 of 132)
- Performance: 52/100 (#37 of 121)
- Gaming: 64/100 (#32 of 101)
- Display: 97/100 (#3 of 127)
- Software support: 77/100 (#45 of 97)
- Durability: 95/100 (#61 of 141)
- Audio: not enough data
- Value: 68/100 (#18 of 76)

## Compared with phones priced ₹42,000–₹70,000

- Its 6,500-nit peak brightness is brighter than 91% of the 35 other phones priced ₹42,000–₹70,000 we track.

## FAQ

**What is the price of the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G in India?**
8GB/128GB: ₹39,999 (launch, 2026-01-06); 8GB/256GB: ₹55,999 (current, 2026-10-24); 12GB/256GB: ₹58,999 (current, 2026-10-24).

**When was the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G launched in India?**
6 January 2026; it went on sale on 9 January 2026.

**Which processor does the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G use?**
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4.

**What is the battery capacity of the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G?**
7,000 mAh, with 80W wired charging.

**Does the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G support 5G?**
Yes, the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G supports 5G.

**Is the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G waterproof?**
It is rated IP68/IP69 for water and dust resistance.

**How many years of updates will the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G get?**
4 years of OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates, as promised by Realme.

## Sources

- Notebookcheck review (display, glass, chipset): https://www.notebookcheck.net/Mega-phone-bargain-or-pretty-dazzler-Realme-16-Pro-smartphone-review.1293925.0.html (accessed 2026-10-24)
- peakNits (gap-fill search, medium confidence): https://www.realme.com/in/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specs (accessed 2026-10-24)

Cite: FindBestPhones, "Realme 16 Pro+ 5G: price in India, specs and scores", https://findbestphones.com/phones/realme-16-pro-plus/