Realme C21

Mobile Review, Overview & Expert Insights

Realme C21 was announced in June 2021. Realme C21 is powered by MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm), delivering strong performance with AnTuTu score of 141,956 and Geekbench score of 189 / 810.

It features a 6.5 Inches IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. The main camera (Triple Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash) aims to deliver detailed daytime photographs. With a price tag of 35,999 PKR, this phone falls into the mid-range category in Pakistan. This roughly translates to about $127.20 USD.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • Competent chipset for daily performance and moderate gaming.

Cons

  • LCD display instead of AMOLED, resulting in lower contrast levels.
  • Some compromises on camera quality or materials are expected at this price point.

Expert opinion

Realme C21 runs on MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm), delivering balanced performance for day-to-day usage. Its (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks. Positioned in the mid-range segment, it competes strongly within its class.

Who should buy this phone?

Realme C21 is a good choice for users looking for an affordable smartphone for daily tasks such as calling, social media, video streaming, and moderate multitasking while maintaining good battery life.

Key Specifications

Below are the main specifications including processor, battery, display, camera, and storage configuration of this smartphone.

Price: Price:- 35,999
Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Os: Android 10.0 OS
Chipset: Media Tek Helio G35 (12 nm)
Ram: 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB Built-in
Type: IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.5 Inches
Main: Triple Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06" , PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, Phase detection, touch focus, Panorama, HDR, Video (1080p@30 fps)

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Antutu
141956
Geekbench
189 / 810

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah

Colors

Color swatch for Cross Black Color swatch for Cross Blue
Price:- 35,999
≈ $127.20 USD

Camera

Main Camera

Main: Triple Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06" , PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, Phase detection, touch focus, Panorama, HDR, Video (1080p@30 fps)

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0" , HDR, panorama, Video (1080p@30 fps)

Display

Display specifications covering screen size, panel technology, resolution, and protection features affecting viewing experience and visual clarity.

Type: IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.5 Inches
Resolution: 720 x 1600 Pixels (~269 PPI)
Dimensions: 165.2 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm
Weight: 190 g

Hardware

Hardware configuration including processor, RAM, internal storage, and performance-related specifications that influence speed and multitasking capability.

Os: Android 10.0 OS
Chipset: Media Tek Helio G35 (12 nm)
Cpu: 2.3 GHz Octa Core
Gpu: Power VR GE8320
Clock: 2300 MHz
Cores: 8
Ram: 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB Built-in
Cardslot: micro SDXC (dedicated slot)

Features

Connectivity and additional features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS positioning, NFC support, USB connectivity, and built-in sensors.

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth: v5.0 with A2DP, LE
Positioning: Yes + A-GPS support, & GLONASS, BDS
Nfc: No
Usb: micro USB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Sensors: Accelerometer, Compass, Proximity
Sim: Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM)

Sound

Audio features including loudspeaker performance and headphone jack availability for media and communication usage.

Audiojack: 3.5mm Audio Jack, MP4/H.264/FLAC player, MP3/e AAC+/WAV player, Speaker Phone

Announcement

General information including technology type, launch timeline, dimensions, and overall device build details.

Network: GPRS, Edge, 3G (HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps), 4G LTE-A
Announcement Month: June
Announcement Year: 2021
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