New Redmi Note 16 series leak points to 200 MP primary camera on upcoming Pro Plus phone

Xiaomi is rumored to be working on the Redmi Note 16 series, which could launch in China in early 2026. While the company has yet to announce the lineup, a new leak about the series has emerged, and it suggests that the Pro Plus phone will come with a notable camera upgrade.

Looking back, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ features a 50 MP primary camera on the back, which is the Light Hunter 800 sensor. The upcoming Note 16 Pro Plus, according to the latest info from Smart Pikachu, could have a 200 MP main camera on the rear.

Of course, if this stands true, it wouldn't be a first for a Redmi Note series phone. For reference, the global version of the Note 14 Pro+ also offered a 200 MP primary camera on the rear, which is the Samsung Isocell HP3. As for the upcoming series, it's unclear which 200 MP sensor Xiaomi will use, but it's unlikely to be the Sony LYT-901.

For those who missed our recent coverage, the Sony LYT-901 is a new 200 MP sensor, and it's designed for premium phones. The Redmi Note 16 series, in comparison, would be a mid-range phone lineup.

Regarding the other specs, previous reports have suggested that the Redmi Note 16 Pro phones will come with flat OLED displays and large batteries, exceeding the 7,000 mAh mark (45 W compact Iniu 10K power bank curr. $17.75 on Amazon). The Realme 16 series is expected to be a direct competitor, and Realme is also rumored to offer a phone from this lineup with a 200 MP primary camera on the rear.