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How to Hard Reset — Realme 16 Pro
How to Hard Reset — Realme 16 Pro
The Realme 16 Pro is a 2026 Android 16, up to 5 smartphone powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Max (4 nm) with 12GB | 8GB and 128GB | 256GB | 512GB internal storage. It features a 6.8", AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, PWM, 1000 nits (typ), 1400 nits (HBM), 6500 nits (peak), 1272.0x2772.0 display and is available in Gold, Pebble Grey, Orchid Purple.
The 16 Pro is equipped with a Si/C Li-Ion 7000 mAh - version 1 6500 mAh - version 2, a 200 MP, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS main camera, a 50 MP, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR front camera. The device uses a · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM configuration. It weighs 192 g.
Hard resetting your Realme 16 Pro via Recovery Mode will completely wipe all data, apps, accounts and settings, restoring the device to its original factory state. This is commonly used to fix persistent software issues, boot loops, prepare the phone for sale, or recover from a forgotten screen lock. Back up your data before proceeding as this cannot be undone.
All data will be permanently erased. Back up first.
Power off Realme 16 Pro
Hold Volume Down + Power until Recovery appears
Navigate to 'Wipe data/factory reset'
Press Power — confirm 'Yes' or 'Factory reset'
Wait for completion
Select 'Reboot system now'
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