Realme 16

Name: Realme 16
Brand: Realme

The Realme 16 is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6400 Turbo (6 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, backed by a large 7,000 mAh battery for multi-day use (2025).

2025 · Mid-range · Android 16

Overall

Performance

Display

C+

Battery

Camera

Charging

Software

B+

ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.

⚡ Quick Specs

Size6.57" · 158.3 x 75.1 x 8.1 mm (6.23 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)

ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 6400 Turbo (6 nm)

RAM12GB | 8GB

Storage128GB | 256GB

Main Camera50 MP · Laser AF

⚖️ Compare With

✓︎ Pros

✓Exceptional 7,000 mAh battery — lasts 2+ days with typical use

✓Smooth Mediatek Dimensity 6400 Turbo (6 nm) for daily use and light gaming

✓12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open

✓6.57" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours

⊗ Cons

✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio

ℹ️ Overview

Status

Available

Announced

2025, January 29

Also Known As

Also known as Realme 16 5G

⚙️ Performance

Chipset

Mediatek Dimensity 6400 Turbo (6 nm)

Mid-range — handles daily tasks well

CPU

Octa-core (2x2.5 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU

Mali-G57 MC2

Android 16, Realme UI 7.0

RAM

12GB | 8GB

Heavy multitasking without slowdowns

Storage

128GB | 256GB

Memory Card

microSDXC

💻 Display

Size

6.57"

Resolution

1080×2372

Sharpness

397 ppi

Sharp and comfortable to read

Panel

AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR, 1000 nits (typ), 1400 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak)

OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient

Protection

AGC DT-Star D+

📷 Camera

Main Camera

50 MP

Good detail in daylight conditions

Main Video

1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

Main Camera Features

Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama, selfie mirror

Selfie

50 MP

Selfie Video

1080p@30/60fps

Selfie Features

Panorama

🔋 Battery

Capacity

7,000 mAh

Excellent endurance — easily lasts a full day

Type

Si/C Li-Ion 7000 mAh

Charging

60W wired, 45W PPS, 13.5W PD2.0 Reverse wired

📱 Design & Build

Weight

183g

Balanced size and weight

Dimensions

158.3 x 75.1 x 8.1 mm (6.23 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)

Build

Glass front (AGC DT-Star D+), plastic frame, plastic back

SIM

Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Colors

White Swan, Black Cloud

Sensors

Fingerprint (under display, optical or ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity

📶 Network

Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Speed

HSPA, LTE, 5G

2G Bands

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G Bands

HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100

📡 Connectivity

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band

Bluetooth

5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC

NFC

Yes (market/region dependent)

GPS

GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS

USB

USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

🔊 Sound

3.5mm Jack

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

Radio

Unspecified

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Realme 16 supports 5G connectivity.

Yes, the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.

No, the Realme 16 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.

Yes, up to 60W (60W wired, 45W PPS, 13.5W PD2.0 Reverse wired).

The Realme 16 is rated IP68/IP69K — IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 0.5m for 60 days).

Yes, the Realme 16 supports microSDXC expandable storage.

The Realme 16 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.

No, the Realme 16 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Yes, the Realme 16 has stereo speakers.

The Realme 16 ships with Android 16, Realme UI 7.0.

The Realme 16 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.

The Realme 16 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band.

The Realme 16 has 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC.

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