Screen flickering on the RealMe 16 can be distracting and uncomfortable, especially when you are reading, watching videos, or scrolling through apps. The issue can appear as rapid brightness changes, flashing lines, or a subtle shimmer on the display. In most cases, screen flickering is caused by display settings, power features, or software behavior, and you can fix it without visiting a service center.
Why Your RealMe 16 Screen Is Flickering
- Adaptive brightness is constantly adjusting the screen based on lighting.
- Low brightness levels are triggering PWM dimming.
- Power saving features are limiting display performance.
- Display refresh settings are not optimized.
- Apps or recent updates are causing software instability.
1. Turn Off Adaptive Brightness
Adaptive brightness adjusts your screen automatically, but frequent changes can cause visible flickering. Disabling it keeps brightness stable and often resolves the issue immediately.
Open Settings, and then tap Display.
Tap Adaptive brightness, and then turn the toggle off.
Manually adjust the brightness and check if the flickering stops.
2. Increase Screen Brightness Slightly
Very low brightness levels can trigger flickering on some displays due to how dimming is handled. Raising the brightness just a little can stabilize the panel.
Open Settings, and then tap Display.
Drag the brightness slider to a higher level, and then lock the screen.
Turn the screen back on and observe if the flicker is gone.
3. Disable Power Saving Mode
Power saving features can limit display refresh and cause visual instability. Turning it off allows the screen to run normally.
Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
Tap Power saving mode, and then switch it off.
Use the phone for a few minutes to see if the display improves.
4. Change the Screen Refresh Settings
An incompatible or unstable refresh configuration can lead to flickering during scrolling or animations. Adjusting this setting helps the display run more smoothly.
Open Settings, and then tap Display.
Tap Screen refresh rate, and select Standard or Auto.
Apply the change and test the screen again.
5. Restart the Phone
Temporary system glitches can affect the display driver. A restart refreshes system processes and clears minor software issues.
Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Restart.
Wait for the RealMe 16 to boot up completely.
Check the screen during normal use.
6. Check for App Related Issues
Some apps cause flickering when they are not fully optimized. Identifying and updating or removing them can fix the problem.
Open Settings, and then tap App management.
Tap App list, and review recently installed apps.
Update or uninstall suspicious apps and monitor the screen behavior.
Screen flickering on the RealMe 16 is usually tied to settings or temporary software issues. Once you stabilize brightness, disable power limits, and adjust display options, the screen should return to normal and stay comfortable to use.
FAQs
Does screen flickering mean my RealMe 16 display is defective?
Not always. In most cases, flickering is caused by software settings or power features, not hardware damage.
Why does the screen flicker more at night or in dark rooms?
Lower brightness levels increase the chance of flickering due to display dimming behavior. Slightly increasing brightness often helps.
Should I update my RealMe 16 if the screen keeps flickering?
Yes. Software updates often include display optimizations and bug fixes that can resolve flickering issues.
