Realme has increased the prices of its Realme 16 5G and Realme 16T 5G smartphones in India once again, with the latest revision raising prices by up to Rs 5,000. The Realme 16 seeing the biggest increase, while all three variants of the Realme 16T have become Rs 1,000 more expensive. The new prices are now live across Realme.com and other e-commerce websites.
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Realme 16 5G, 16T 5G prices hiked
The Realme 16 5G has received another price hike, with its variants now costing up to Rs 5,000 more. The 8GB + 128GB variant now costs Rs 41,999, while the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants cost Rs 43,999 and Rs 47,999, respectively.
| Realme 16 variant | Previous Price | New Price |
| 8GB + 128GB | Rs 36,999 | Rs 41,999 |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 39,999 | Rs 43,999 |
| 12GB + 256GB | Rs 42,999 | Rs 47,999 |
The Realme 16T 5G has also become more expensive, with all three variants receiving a Rs 1,000 price increase. The 6GB + 128GB model now costs Rs 31,999, while the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants cost Rs 33,999 and Rs 36,999, respectively.
| Realme 16T variant | Previous Price | New Price |
| 6GB + 128GB | Rs 30,999 | Rs 31,999 |
| 8GB + 128GB | Rs 32,999 | Rs 33,999 |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 35,999 | Rs 36,999 |
Should you still buy the Realme 16 or 16T?
The Realme 16 offers a compact 6.57-inch display, a unique selfie mirror design and a 7,000mAh battery, making it a balanced option for everyday use. The Realme 16T, meanwhile, packs an even larger 8,000mAh battery, making it a suitable choice for users who prioritise battery life.
However, these repeated price hikes make both phones harder to recommend at their revised prices. Buyers should compare them with alternatives in the same price range before making a decision, as rival smartphones may offer better value for money.
