Realme is preparing to introduce its next-generation number series in Vietnam as the Realme 16 5G and Realme 16 Pro 5G are set to be officially unveiled on January 29, 2026. The launch timing has now been confirmed through an official Realme Vietnam Facebook post, which invited fans to attend the Realme 16 Series event at 3:00 PM at Thu Thiem Riverstage. The Vietnamese message posted by Realme translates to an invitation asking fans to join the Realme 16 Series launch event at the said venue and time, effectively confirming both the date and the location of the upcoming announcement.
The Realme 16 Series is expected to debut with a fresh Air Design language, signaling a visual refresh compared to the previous generation. Along with the updated design, Realme is also expected to bring major hardware upgrades across both models, positioning the lineup as a strong contender in the competitive mid-range smartphone segment. More details about Realme’s global and India strategy for this series are already being closely tracked by the community at passionategeekz.com, where Realme’s number series updates are regularly covered.
The Realme 16 Pro 5G is expected to be the most powerful device in the lineup. It is likely to feature a large 6.78-inch flat AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, along with a peak brightness level that could reach up to 6,500 nits. This should make it one of the brightest displays in its class. Under the hood, the phone is expected to run on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Max chipset built on a 4nm process, paired with LPDDR4X RAM and fast UFS 3.1 storage for reliable performance and app loading speeds.
Battery performance is also expected to be a key highlight of the Realme 16 Pro 5G, as it is tipped to pack a massive 7,000mAh battery supported by 80W fast charging. On the camera side, Realme is expected to offer a 50MP OmniVision OV50D sensor for selfies, while the rear camera system should include a 200MP Samsung HP5 main sensor with optical image stabilization and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The device is expected to ship with Android 16-based Realme UI 7.0 and will reportedly receive three years of Android updates along with four years of security patches.
Connectivity and durability are also expected to be major selling points. The Realme 16 Pro 5G is likely to support dual 5G SIMs, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and an IR blaster. The display is expected to be protected by Gorilla Glass 7i, and the phone should carry IP66, IP68, IP69, and even IP69K ratings, making it highly resistant to dust, water, and high-pressure jets. Readers interested in how Realme is evolving its design and durability approach can find more related coverage on passionategeekz.com/realme.
The standard Realme 16 5G is expected to bring many premium features to a more affordable segment. It is tipped to feature a 6.57-inch flat OLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by AGC DT-Star D+ tempered glass. Powering the device should be the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo processor, which is expected to deliver efficient everyday performance. The camera setup is likely to include a 50MP main sensor, a 2MP secondary lens, a selfie mirror camera, and a 50MP front camera for selfies and video calls.
Just like its Pro sibling, the Realme 16 5G is also expected to come with a large 7,000mAh battery, although it will likely support 60W fast charging instead of 80W. It is expected to run on Android 16 and include premium durability features such as IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, which is still rare in this segment. The phone is also expected to include NFC, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, and an IR blaster, making it well-equipped for daily use and smart home control.
In terms of pricing, the Realme 16 Pro 5G is expected to be positioned in the premium mid-range segment in India. The 8GB and 128GB variant is expected to be priced at Rs 31,999, the 8GB and 256GB version at Rs 33,999, and the top-end 12GB and 256GB model at Rs 36,999. These prices suggest that Realme will be targeting users who want flagship-like features such as a 200MP camera, huge battery, and high-refresh AMOLED display without moving into full flagship territory. More pricing and availability details for India and other regions are expected to be revealed closer to the official launch, and updates will continue to be tracked at passionategeekz.com/smartphones.
With the January 29, 2026 launch now officially confirmed for Vietnam, the Realme 16 Series is shaping up to be one of Realme’s most ambitious mid-range offerings to date. Between the new Air Design, Android 16 out of the box, massive 7,000mAh batteries, and high-end camera hardware, both the Realme 16 5G and the Realme 16 Pro 5G are expected to make a strong impact when they are finally unveiled.
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