Realme has announced an important change for its Realme 16 Pro series, expanding long-term software support for both models. The update policy revision improves device longevity and aligns the lineup more closely with premium competitors, signalling a stronger focus on post-launch value. While the phones were introduced earlier this year with a different update roadmap, the latest announcement reshapes expectations for buyers considering extended usage.

Updated software policy brings longer lifecycle

The Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+ will now receive four Android OS upgrades along with six years of security patches. At launch, the company had confirmed three Android upgrades and four years of security updates, so this extension adds meaningful longevity.

Since both devices ship with Realme UI 7 based on Android 16, they are now expected to receive updates up to Android 20, with security coverage continuing until around 2032. Realme says the revision reflects its evolving product strategy and broader effort to strengthen long-term support across its portfolio.

This is not an isolated decision, as the company has recently extended software timelines for select Realme 14 series, Realme 15 series, Realme P4 series and some Realme P3 models. Applying updated policies to existing devices suggests a gradual shift toward more competitive update commitments within the mid-range segment. With rivals already offering similar long-term support, this move helps Realme remain relevant among buyers prioritising longevity alongside hardware specifications.

Realme 16 Pro, 16 Pro+ specifications

The Realme 16 Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, while the Pro+ variant gets a slightly larger 6.8-inch AMOLED panel, both offering 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Camera hardware includes a 50-megapixel front camera and a 200-megapixel main sensor with optical image stabilisation, supported by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens. The Pro+ adds a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom.

Performance differs between the two, with the Realme 16 Pro powered by the Dimensity 7300 Max chipset and the Pro+ running on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4. Both models feature large 7,000mAh batteries with 80W charging. With extended software support now confirmed, the series strengthens its appeal for users seeking long-term usability, especially following recent pricing adjustments that place the devices at a more premium level.

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