Realme has again hiked prices of its popular smartphones. The Realme 16 series, which sits in the mid-range segment, has become more expensive, thanks to the rising memory costs that have plagued the smartphone industry. The Realme 16 Pro+, Realme 16 Pro, Realme 16 5G, and Realme 16T have received price hikes up to Rs 4,000. Also, this isn’t the first time Realme has hiked the prices of these phones.
Realme 16 Pro+
The Realme 16 Pro+ has received a price hike of up to Rs 4,000 in India. The 8GB + 128GB variant is now priced at Rs 53,999, up from Rs 49,999. This is Rs 14,000 more than its launch price, which was Rs 39,999. Meanwhile, the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants have become Rs 3,000 more expensive and now cost Rs 55,999 and Rs 58,999, respectively. This puts the Realme 16 Pro+ among rivals like the iQOO 15R, which offers a faster chipset and bigger battery.
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8GB + 128GB | Rs 49,999 | Rs 53,999 | Rs 4,000 |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 52,999 | Rs 55,999 | Rs 3,000 |
| 12GB + 256GB | Rs 55,999 | Rs 58,999 | Rs 3,000 |
Realme 16 Pro
The Realme 16 Pro has also become more expensive in India. The 8GB + 128GB variant now costs Rs 44,999, reflecting a Rs 4,000 increase over its previous price of Rs 40,999. The 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants have each received a Rs 3,000 hike and are now priced at Rs 46,999 and Rs 49,999, respectively. Realme 16 Pro launched at Rs 31,999, and with the latest price hike, it’s now Rs 13,000 more expensive.
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8GB + 128GB | Rs 40,999 | Rs 44,999 | Rs 4,000 |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 43,999 | Rs 46,999 | Rs 3,000 |
| 12GB + 256GB | Rs 46,999 | Rs 49,999 | Rs 3,000 |
Realme 16 5G
The Realme 16 5G has received a relatively small Rs 1,000 price increase across all variants. The 8GB + 128GB model now costs Rs 36,999, while the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants are priced at Rs 39,999 and Rs 42,999, respectively.
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8GB + 128GB | Rs 35,999 | Rs 36,999 | Rs 1,000 |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 38,999 | Rs 39,999 | Rs 1,000 |
| 12GB + 256GB | Rs 41,999 | Rs 42,999 | Rs 1,000 |
Realme 16T
The Realme 16T has also seen a Rs 1,000 price hike across its entire lineup. The 6GB + 128GB variant now starts at Rs 32,999, while the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB models are priced at Rs 35,999 and Rs 36,999, respectively.
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6GB + 128GB | Rs 31,999 | Rs 32,999 | Rs 1,000 |
| 8GB + 128GB | Rs 34,999 | Rs 35,999 | Rs 1,000 |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 35,999 | Rs 36,999 | Rs 1,000 |
Realme 16 Pro+ stands out for its versatile camera setup, featuring a 3.5x telephoto lens. The handset also boasts a 144Hz display and a large 7,000mAh battery. The Realme 16 Pro offers a vibrant display, all-day battery life, loud speakers, and robust durability. While it’s a good option for multimedia, the chipset might feel underwhelming for power users.
The Realme 16, on the other hand, offers a compact 6.57-inch display, a unique selfie mirror design, and a large 7,000mAh battery. It’s an overall balanced mid-range phone. The Realme 16T boasts a massive 8,000mAh battery, making it a good option for endurance.
If what these phones offer aligns with your requirements, then you can go ahead and purchase them. Given these price hikes, explore competitors, which might offer better value at this price point.
