Category Breakdown
Realme C1
Realme C2
Performance
58.358.4
Camera
28.428.4
Display
56.556.5
Battery
29.728.1
Build
71.871.8
Connectivity
49.546.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
39.139.6
Summary
- The Realme C1 features a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, while the Realme C2 has a slightly smaller 6.1-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, offering a marginally higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the C1 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, whereas the C2 utilizes a MediaTek Helio P22, which provides a higher clock speed.
- Both models have a dual rear camera setup with a 13 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, but the C2 benefits from phase detection autofocus.
- The C1 has a larger 4230 mAh battery compared to the C2's 4000 mAh, which may result in longer usage time.
- On the software front, the C1 runs Android 8.1 (Oreo) with ColorOS 5.2, while the C2 is equipped with Android 9.0 (Pie) and ColorOS 6 Lite, offering a more updated software experience.
- Both phones have similar build quality with Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and plastic backs, but they differ slightly in dimensions and weight.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Realme C1
Realme C2
General
Release Date
2018
2019
Announced
2018
2019, April 22
Description
Versions: A1603
Versions: RMX1941
Display
Size
6.2"
6.1"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~271 ppi density)
720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 506
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
5 MP, f/2.0, 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera Features
HDR
HDR
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4230 mAh
4000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 4230 mAh, non-removable
4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
156.2 x 75.6 x 8.2 mm (6.15 x 2.98 x 0.32 in)
154.3 x 73.7 x 8.5 mm (6.07 x 2.90 x 0.33 in)
Weight
168 g
166 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, Blue
Diamond Black, Diamond Blue, Diamond Sapphire, Diamond Ruby
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), ColorOS 5.2
Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 Lite
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

