Zerra Halo 16 Pro

Zerra Halo 16 Pro
Zerra Halo 16 Pro Max

File:Zerra Halo 16 Pro wordmark.svg File:Zerra Halo 16 Pro Vector.svg
Zerra Halo 16 Pro in Obsidian Zerra Halo 16 Pro in Obsidian
Codename	ZH16P / ZH16PM
Brand	Zerra Technologies
Generation	16th
Compatible networks	GSM, CDMA, 3G, HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G
First released	Pro: June 24, 2025 (2025-06-24) Pro Max: July 1, 2025 (2025-07-01)
Availability by region	Pro: June 24, 2025 United States Canada United Kingdom Australia Japan Germany France South Korea July 1, 2025 India Singapore United Arab Emirates New Zealand Italy Spain Pro Max: July 1, 2025 United States Canada United Kingdom Australia Japan Germany France South Korea July 8, 2025 India Singapore United Arab Emirates New Zealand Italy Spain
Predecessor	Halo 15 Pro / Pro Max
Related	Halo 16 · Halo Arc
Type	Smartphone
Form factor	Slate
Dimensions	Pro: H: 155.1 mm (6.11 in) W: 73.0 mm (2.87 in) D: 7.8 mm (0.31 in) Pro Max: H: 161.3 mm (6.35 in) W: 76.1 mm (3.00 in) D: 8.0 mm (0.31 in)
Mass	Pro: 196 g (6.9 oz) Pro Max: 221 g (7.8 oz)
Operating system	Original: ZerraOS 15
System-on-chip	Z-Core Horizon Pro
CPU	Octa-core (performance + efficiency clusters) with dedicated Horizon NPU
GPU	Zerra-designed GPU with ProRay acceleration
Modem	5G multi-band (Sub-6 + mmWave where available)
Memory	16 GB LPDDR5X
Storage	256, 512 GB, 1 or 2 TB flash memory
SIM	Dual nanoSIM / eSIM (market dependent)
Battery	Pro: ~4,700 mAh Lithium-ion battery Pro Max: ~5,200 mAh Lithium-ion
Charging	USB-C PD fast charging (up to 60 W) Qi 2 wireless charging
Display	16 Pro: 6.7 in (170 mm) Eclipse Ultra HDR OLED; 3088×1440 at ~510 ppi; 1–120 Hz ProMotion+ 16 Pro Max: 6.9 in (175 mm) Eclipse Ultra HDR OLED; 3088×1440 at ~491 ppi; 1–120 Hz ProMotion+ Peak brightness up to 2,600 nits (HDR) Always-On display
Sound	Sound features: Stereo speakers Spatial audio
Rear camera	Triple camera system: 50 MP wide (f/1.5, 24 mm, OIS) 48 MP ultrawide (f/2.0, 13–14 mm, macro) 48 MP periscope telephoto (f/2.5, 85 mm, 5× optical; up to 30× digital) ProRAW+, 10-bit HDR video, ProRes 4K60
Front camera	24 MP (f/2.0, 22–24 mm) with EIS; 4K60 HDR
Connectivity	All models: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be), 2×2 MIMO Bluetooth 6.0 (LE Audio) Ultra-wideband (UWB) NFC (Zerra Pay / Express) USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, 10 Gbit/s) GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou, NavIC
Data inputs	List of inputs: Multi-touch screen In-display ultrasonic fingerprint (Z-Key 2) Face recognition (HaloID Gen-3) 3 microphones 3-axis gyroscope 3-axis accelerometer Barometer Digital compass Proximity sensor Ambient light sensor
Water resistance	IP68, up to 6 m (20 ft) for 30 minutes
Other	Emergency Beacon via satellite Zerra Share cross-device sync App View desktop mode (external display)
Website	www.zerra.com/halo16pro

The Zerra Halo 16 Pro and Zerra Halo 16 Pro Max are flagship smartphones developed and marketed by Zerra Technologies as part of the Zerra Halo line’s sixteenth generation. They were unveiled alongside the standard Zerra Halo 16 and the ultra-thin Zerra Halo Arc at the Zerra Zenith keynote in San Francisco, California on June 10, 2025, with the Pro released on June 24 and the Pro Max on July 1, 2025. Major upgrades include the Z-Core Horizon Pro chipset, an Eclipse Ultra HDR display with ProMotion+ up to 120 Hz, and a new 48 MP periscope telephoto camera delivering 5× optical zoom.

History

Official announcement

Zerra announced the Halo 16 Pro family during its 2025 Zenith keynote, positioning the models as productivity-focused flagships with greater GPU throughput, expanded AI acceleration, and a renewed emphasis on long-range photography.

Launch and availability

Pre-orders for the Halo 16 Pro opened on June 12, 2025, with retail availability beginning June 24 in core markets. The larger Pro Max followed a staggered schedule, shipping July 1 in primary regions and one week later in additional territories.

Design

The 16 Pro line continues the flat-edge industrial design introduced with the Halo 13, adding a reinforced ceramic-aluminum frame and slimmer bezels. The camera housing incorporates a distinct periscope module. Colors at launch were Obsidian, Frost, Deep Blue, and Orchid.

Specifications

Hardware

Both models use the Z-Core Horizon Pro SoC with a dedicated NPU for on-device AI. They include 16 GB of LPDDR5X memory and offer 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB storage options. Batteries are larger than the standard Halo 16, and fast charging supports up to 60 W via USB-C, with Qi 2 wireless charging also supported.

Displays

The 16 Pro has a 6.7 in (170 mm) Eclipse Ultra HDR OLED panel, while the Pro Max increases to 6.9 in (175 mm). Both feature 3088×1440 resolution, 1–120 Hz ProMotion+, and up to 2,600-nit HDR peak brightness, with Always-On display capability.

Cameras

The triple-camera array comprises a 50 MP wide, 48 MP ultrawide, and a 48 MP periscope telephoto offering 5× optical zoom and up to 30× digital. Horizon Pro’s imaging pipeline improves low-light performance, portrait segmentation, and 10-bit HDR video. The front camera is 24 MP with enhanced stabilization for 4K60 capture.

Sensors

Sensors include accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer, ambient light, proximity, and digital compass. Biometric options are HaloID Gen-3 face recognition and Z-Key 2 ultrasonic in-display fingerprint.

Software

Shipping with ZerraOS 15, the Pro models include Adaptive UI, Zerra Share cross-device sync, and App View, a desktop-style multitasking mode with resizable windows when connected to an external display.

Reception

Early reviews praised the periscope telephoto camera and Horizon Pro performance, calling the 16 Pro line the most capable Halo to date. The Eclipse Ultra HDR panels and expanded RAM were cited as advantages for gaming and content creation. Criticism centered on higher launch pricing and the Pro Max’s weight, though overall sentiment positioned the devices as class-leading flagships.

See also

• Zerra Halo 16
• Zerra Halo Arc
• List of Zerra Halo models