Realme has launched the 16x 5G, a mid range smartphone focusing on exceptional battery longevity. The device manages to pack a massive 7000 mAh battery into a chassis measuring only 8.8 millimeters thick. Sales begin tomorrow with the base configuration starting at $310.
The screen is built for smooth scrolling. It features a 6.8 inch IPS LCD panel that supports a fast 144 Hz refresh rate and reaches up to 1200 nits of brightness in high brightness mode. Protection is handled by Panda glass to prevent scratches. Under the hood, the device runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, enabling solid budget 5G performance. Memory configurations scale up to 6 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 2 TB through a microSD slot.
Realme is placing a major focus on long term hardware reliability. The brand is offering a 6 year warranty on the battery alongside a 60 month guarantee of smooth software performance. Out of the box, the phone runs realme UI 7.0 built on Android 16. It includes built in AI tools, such as Gemini Live integration, a smart notes assistant, and the AI Eraser tool to easily remove objects from photos.
This phone is built to survive daily accidents. It carries an IP65 rating for dust and water protection, and it passed the military grade MIL STD 810H durability testing. To juice up the large power cell, realme included 45W fast charging support. The phone can also output 6.5W of reverse wired power, allowing you to use your phone as a power bank for other accessories. Other features include a loud 1115 speaker, a side fingerprint reader, and a rear AI Pulse Light LED for notifications.
Pricing starts at $310 for the model with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. If you need more space, the top tier model with 6 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage goes for $369. This makes the phone a serious contender for anybody tired of charging their device multiple times a day.
