Realme 1
$198
Overview
Realme 1 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio P60 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3410 mAh battery.
Priced at $198, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Realme 1
The display of Realme 1 measures 6 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Realme 1 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Realme 1 has 3410mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Realme 1 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P60 chipset with ARM Mali-T720 MP2 480MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 21099.
The memory of Realme 1 offers 6GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Realme 1 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Realme 1 weighs 155g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP52. Dimensions measure 156.5 x 75.2 x 7.8 mm.
The software of Realme 1 runs Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 with ColorOS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Realme 1
Realme 1 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Realme 1 with MediaTek Helio P60 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Realme 1 has IP52 protection against dust and water.
Realme 1 has a 3410mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Realme 1 at $198 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Realme 1 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Realme 1 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Realme 1 has a 6-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Realme 1 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P60
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 | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $140 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 156.5 x 75.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 155 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Warm Red", "Dark Blue"] |
| IP Rating | IP52 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | N/A |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Z-axis linear motor |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 240:427 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 218 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 61 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | N/A |
| Color Depth | N/A |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 60 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P60 |
| CPU | MediaTek MT6737 Quad-Core 1.1 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-T720 MP2 480MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | MediaTek Helio P60 ISP |
| Modem | MediaTek Helio P60 modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 21099 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | N/A |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, 26mm equivalentmm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | N/A |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | N/A |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | N/A |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | N/A |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | 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 | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3410 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | N/A |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 45 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | N/A |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, Private Safe |
| Accessibility | Color inversion, Magnification gestures, TalkBack |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | N/A |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | C |
| 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!