Overall Score
49.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#2422)49.1
Performance(#3374)68.4
Camera(#1940)47.4
Display(#3049)69.8
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1726)71.8
Connectivity(#3906)51.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Realme C3i
Short Review
- The Realme C3i features a plastic build with a Gorilla Glass 3 front, measuring 164.4 x 75 x 9 mm and weighing 195 grams.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels with a typical brightness of 480 nits, providing decent visibility under various lighting conditions.
- Powered by the Mediatek Helio G70 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, enabling satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera setup consists of a 12 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while the 5 MP front camera serves for basic selfies.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery supports long usage, with 10W charging, though it lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 with Realme UI, the software experience is user-friendly, though it may not be the latest version.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0 and a microUSB port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Frozen Blue and Blazing Red colors, adding a touch of style.
- Overall, the Realme C3i is a practical choice for users seeking essential smartphone features without advanced specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, June 24
Announced2020, June 24
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 480 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6769V/CB Helio G70 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.7 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 2EEMC2
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.25µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, panorama
Video Recording1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.4 x 75 x 9 mm (6.47 x 2.95 x 0.35 in)
Weight195 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsFrozen Blue, Blazing Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/75 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiN/A
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, Realme UI
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass