Overall Score
59.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3062)59.3
Performance(#4797)60.3
Camera(#4594)42.4
Display(#5552)70.5
Battery(#2417)58.5
Build(#1550)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Realme C21Y
Short Review
- The Realme C21Y features a practical design with a glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame, measuring 164.5 x 76 x 9.1 mm and weighing 200 grams.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a typical brightness of 400 nits, providing decent visibility under various lighting conditions.
- Powered by the Unisoc T610 chipset, the phone is equipped with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 MP2 GPU, ensuring satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor, accompanied by two additional 2 MP sensors for macro and depth photography, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is backed by a robust 5000 mAh battery, supporting extended usage without fast charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 or 11, the software experience is straightforward, although it lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in Cross Black and Cross Blue colors, offering a simple aesthetic.
- Overall, the Realme C21Y provides essential features suitable for basic smartphone users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, June 21
Announced2021, June 21
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc T610 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging DetailsReverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.5 x 76 x 9.1 mm (6.48 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)
Weight200 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCross Black, Cross Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10/ Android 11
OS VersionAndroid 10/ Android 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes