Realme 5
$105.87
Overview
Realme 5 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 12 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.
Priced at $105.87, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Realme 5
The display of Realme 5 measures 6.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1600 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Realme 5 features 4 rear cameras: 12 main, 8MP ultrawide, 20MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 1x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Realme 5 has 5000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 38 min minutes.
The performance of Realme 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Adreno 610 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 139753.
The memory of Realme 5 offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Realme 5 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of Realme 5 weighs 198g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 164.4 x 75.6 x 9.3 mm.
The software of Realme 5 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Realme UI with ColorOS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Realme 5
Realme 5 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Realme 5 with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Realme 5 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Realme 5 has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Realme 5 at $105.87 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Realme 5 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 38 min minutes.
Realme 5 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Realme 5 has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Realme 5 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.5"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 665
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $105.87 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 164.4 x 75.6 x 9.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 198 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Crystal Purple", "Crystal Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1600 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Realme UI |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 665 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 165 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 139753 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 4 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX386 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 4.047mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.25µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 20MP, 1x optical zoom |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4.9" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Built-in DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 38 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic battery management |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Realme UI |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, cable, SIM tool, case, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!