Big news for budget phone lovers in India! The Realme 16 5G just got BIS certification under model number RMX5171. That means an official India launch is coming very soon—probably as early as February 2026. The phone already hit Vietnam shelves on January 30, 2026, and now everyone’s talking about its cool “Air Design” look.
What Makes Realme 16 5G Stand Out?
This one has a sleek horizontal camera bump that reminds people of the iPhone Air style. Plus, there’s a handy rear selfie mirror so you can use the main 50MP camera for better selfies. Pretty smart touch, right?
The specs look solid for a mid-range phone in 2026. Check out the expected key features:
- 6.57-inch FHD+ AMOLED display
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Crazy bright — up to 4,200 nits peak
- MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo chip (6nm)
- Huge 7,000mAh battery
- 60W or 80W fast charging
- Rear cameras: 50MP Sony IMX852 with OIS + 2MP mono
- 50MP front camera
- 8GB/12GB RAM + 128GB/256GB storage
- IP69/IP69K dust and water resistance (super tough)
- Realme UI 7.0 on Android 16
Realme 16 5G Expected Price in India
No official price yet, but leaks and global numbers point to friendly tags. Here’s a quick look:
| Variant | Estimated Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| 8GB + 128GB | ₹19,999 – ₹22,999 |
| 12GB + 256GB | ₹24,999 – ₹26,999 |
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Keep in mind the Realme 16 Pro and Pro+ already launched in India on January 6, 2026, starting at ₹31,999 and ₹39,999. So the standard Realme 16 5G will be the sweet spot for people who want great battery and display without spending too much.
If you’re hunting for a strong mid-ranger with long battery life and bright screen, the Realme 16 5G looks like a winner. Stay tuned—we’ll update as soon as official India details drop!
Hari Dhage is a passionate tech writer and a Computer Engineering student with a strong interest in emerging technologies, smartphones, gadgets, and digital trends. With a solid technical background and a curiosity for innovation, he simplifies complex tech topics into clear, engaging, and reader-friendly articles. Through his writing on CrickDuniya.in, Hari aims to keep readers informed with accurate, up-to-date tech news, comparisons, and insights that matter in everyday digital life.
