Realme 16 Pro Series: Launch Date Leaks Point to January 6

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Tuesday, 09 December 2025 at 09:09
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The Realme 16 Pro recently appeared online, with some of the initial leaks showing off its key features and its design. Now, a tipster has given the specific launch date for India, something that surely comes as exciting news for local fans. The full Realme 16 Pro series is set to debut in India on January 6, 2026.
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The launch event will likely feature two models:
  • The standard Realme 16 Pro
  • The premium Realme 16 Pro+ (Plus)
This is a big change. Realme skipped a "Pro+" model in the previous Realme 15 Pro series. It seems the top-tier variant is coming back for this new generation.

Huge Upgrades: Camera and Zoom

The Realme 16 Pro+ will get a significant upgrade. The Pro+ variant is expected to come with a periscope telephoto unit . This is a major feature. It was missing from the older Realme 15 Pro. This technology allows for much better optical zoom without making the phone thicker.
Both new models are tipped to share impressive core specs:
  • Main Camera: A huge 200MP primary rear camera sensor.5This is a massive jump from the 50MP cameras on the older model.
  • Selfie Camera: A sharp 50MP sensor on the front.
  • Display: A large 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a very smooth 144Hz refresh rate.
  • Battery: An enormous 7,000mAh battery. This is great for a phone with these high specs.
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Storage and Variants

The tipster also shared details about the starting model. The base Realme 16 Pro will start with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
The Realme 16 Pro+ will likely have better RAM and storage options. It should also be available in new color finishes like Grey, Gold, and Purple.
We should expect more official news from Realme as the rumored January 6th launch gets closer.

Key Points

  • The Realme 16 Pro series is heavily rumored to launch in India on January 6, 2026.
  • The series will bring back the high-end Realme 16 Pro Plus model for this generation.
  • The premium Pro Plus variant is expected to feature a periscope telephoto camera for superior zoom.
  • Both phones are tipped to include a massive camera upgrade to a 200MP main sensor.
  • Key specifications include a large 6.78-inch 144Hz AMOLED display and a huge 7,000mAh battery.
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