₹7,500 more than the NARZO 90x for slower charging and an update promise.
₹28,999 for 4GB + 128GB
The lowest price
- Display
- 6.8" · 144Hz
- Chip
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300
- RAM
- 4GB, 6GB
- Camera
- 50MP main
- Battery
- 7,000 mAh
- Charging
- 45W
Is it any good?
The 16x 5G is the entry point to realme's 16 series, at ₹28,999 for 4GB + 128GB, ₹30,999 for 6GB + 128GB and ₹33,999 for 6GB + 256GB. It is for buyers who want the 16 name and a promise of future Android versions on a basic phone.
It has the Dimensity 6300, a 6.8-inch 144Hz LCD rated at 1,200 nits, a 7,000 mAh battery with 45W charging and 6.5W reverse charging, a 50MP rear camera and IP65 protection. It ships with realme UI 7, and realme promises 2 Android OS updates.
The catch is price. The NARZO 90x 5G has the same chip, screen and battery with faster 60W charging for ₹21,499, which is ₹7,500 less, and the P4R 5G adds 1,000 mAh of battery for ₹20,999. The 16x's real extra is the update promise, and that is an expensive one.
Every spec
The whole spec sheet, minus the marketing words.
Display
| Size | 6.8 inches |
|---|---|
| Panel | LCD |
| Resolution | 1570 x 720 (HD+) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1,200 nits |
| Protection | Panda 1681 |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| RAM | 4GB, 6GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB |
| Software | realme UI 7 · 2 OS updates |
Camera
| Rear cameras | 50MP main |
|---|---|
| Front camera | 8MP (f/2.0) |
| Video | 1080p at 60fps (rear), 1080p at 30fps (front) |
Battery
| Capacity | 7,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Wired charging | 45W |
Build and connectivity
| Network | 5G, 4G LTE |
|---|---|
| SIM | Dual nano SIM |
| Wi-Fi and Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| NFC | No |
| Dust and water | IP65 |
| Weight | 217 g |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm |
| Colours | Glory White, Endurance Brown |
Availability
| India launch | 13 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Status | On sale in India |
| Versions | 4GB + 128GB₹28,9996GB + 128GB₹30,9996GB + 256GB₹33,999 |
What to compare it with
About the same money, different brands. Pick one to see them side by side.
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realme 16x 5G, answered
realme 16x 5G price in India starts at ₹28,999 for the 4GB + 128GB, up to ₹33,999 for the 6GB + 256GB.
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What is the price of the realme 16x 5G in India?
It starts at ₹28,999 for the 4GB + 128GB. After that: the 6GB + 128GB at ₹30,999 and the 6GB + 256GB at ₹33,999. These are starting prices, before bank and exchange offers.
When was the realme 16x 5G launched in India?
It went on sale in India on 13 August 2026.
How big is the battery on the realme 16x 5G, and how fast does it charge?
It has a 7,000 mAh battery with 45W wired charging. These are realme's own figures.
What kind of display does the realme 16x 5G have?
A 6.8-inch LCD at 144Hz, with HD+ resolution and up to 1,200 nits of peak brightness. The glass is Panda 1681.
Which processor does the realme 16x 5G use?
The MediaTek Dimensity 6300, with 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of storage.
What cameras does the realme 16x 5G have?
On the back: 50MP main. On the front: 8MP (f/2.0). Video goes up to 1080p at 60fps (rear), 1080p at 30fps (front).
How many software updates will the realme 16x 5G get?
It ships with realme UI 7. realme promises 2 OS updates.
Is the realme 16x 5G waterproof?
It is rated IP65: protected against dust and water jets, like a heavy downpour, but not made to go under water. No phone is fully waterproof, though, so don't take it swimming.
Does the realme 16x 5G support 5G?
Yes, it works on 5G networks in India. It takes dual nano SIM.
What are the main rivals of the realme 16x 5G?
At about the same price from other brands: the iQOO Z11xa (₹28,999), the Redmi Note 15 5G (₹28,999), the OPPO A6 5G (₹29,999) and the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (₹27,999). Each name opens the two phones side by side.
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