Realme 6
$228
Overview
Realme 6 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio G90T chipset, 64 main camera, and 4300 mAh battery.
Priced at $228, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Realme 6
The display of Realme 6 measures 6.5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Realme 6 features 4 rear cameras: 64 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Realme 6 has 4300mAh capacity with 30 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 55 min minutes.
The performance of Realme 6 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G90T chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 630 710MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 290483.
The memory of Realme 6 offers 8GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of Realme 6 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Realme 6 weighs 191g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 162.1 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm.
The software of Realme 6 runs Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 with Realme UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Realme 6
Yes, Realme 6 is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Realme 6 with MediaTek Helio G90T can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Realme 6 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Realme 6 has a 4300mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Realme 6 at $228 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Realme 6 supports 30 wired charging with full charge in approximately 55 min minutes.
Realme 6 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Realme 6 has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Realme 6 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.5"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G90T
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 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 | 2020 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $105.87 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162.1 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 191 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Comet Blue", "Comet White"] |
| 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 | Graphite Sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:19 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | Full sRGB standard |
| Color Depth | 8 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 360 |
| 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 10, upgradable to Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G90T |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 385 2.8 GHz + 4x Kryo 385 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 630 710MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Quad Bayer, HDR |
| Modem | integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 290483 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 4 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.72" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5KGW1 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 119° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 20.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX371 Exmor |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front 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 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| 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, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-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 | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4300 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 30 |
| Wired Standard | VOOC Flash Charge 4.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 55 min |
| Full Charge Time | 55 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Realme UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, privacy dashboard |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification, Color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB-C cable, SIM ejector 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!