Realme Q
$0
Overview
Realme Q is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.3-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 712 chipset, 48 main camera, and 4035 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Realme Q
The display of Realme Q measures 6.3 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Realme Q features 4 rear cameras: 48 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Realme Q has 4035mAh capacity with 20 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 80 min minutes.
The performance of Realme Q is powered by the Snapdragon 712 chipset with Adreno 616 GPU.
The memory of Realme Q offers 8GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM.
The connectivity of Realme Q 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 Q weighs 184.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 157 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm.
The software of Realme Q runs Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 with ColorOS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Realme Q
Yes, Realme Q is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Realme Q handles gaming well with its Snapdragon 712. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Realme Q receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Realme Q has a 4035mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Realme Q at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Realme Q supports 20 wired charging with full charge in approximately 80 min minutes.
Realme Q is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Realme Q has a 6.3-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Realme Q 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
6.3"
Main Camera
48
Chipset
Snapdragon 712
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 157 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 184.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3+), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Light Green", "Light 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 |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.3 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 409 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3+ |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 712 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 616 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 250 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X15 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 4 |
| Main Sensor | 48 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX586 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 4-in-1 |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| 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 | 960fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| 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 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
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 | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| 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) | 4035 |
| Type | 4035 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 20 |
| Wired Standard | VOOC |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 80 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, 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!