The release of Realme C2 in PH is a testament to how brands are willing to innovate and deliver attractive phones with packed hardware at an affordable price. Its release this June certainly raised the bar as to how entry-level smartphones should be; and so far, Realme C2 is the brand’s most affordable smartphone to date. If news are any indication, the Realme C2 banks on its massive battery power and other appealing features that make it a worthy investment. To help you decide, here is Realme C2‘s spec-by-spec rundown:
Realme C2’s geometric, diamond-cut design on its back is its main identifier and it comes in Diamond Blue or Diamond Black. Its matte-like finish at the back gives it a fresh, unique design. It also sports the classic dewdrop display with thin bezels. It doesn’t have a fingerprint sensor but can be unlocked via pattern, PIN, or face unlock method. The power button is found on the right while the volume control and sim slot are found on the left. At the bottom of the sturdy-built frame is a 3.5mm headphone jack, microUSB port, speaker grille, and microphone. It weighs in at 166 g and is 6.07 x 2.90 x 0.33 inches in dimension.
For a budget phone, the Realme C2 is big on display as it features a 6.1-inch IPS LCD HD+ dewdrop display. It has an 80.3% screen-to-body ratio and is protected by Gorilla Glass 3. It also exhibits a pixel density of 282 ppi (720 x 1560 px).
Realme C2 is powered by a MediaTek MT6762 Helio P22 processor paired with either 3GB RAM + 32GB storage or 2GB RAM + 16GB storage. These two combined makes for faster AI-support in applications and better connectivity. It runs on Android v9.0 (Pie) layered with the brand’s own ColourOS 6 Lite. It also features the PowerVR GE8320 GPU to take care of the graphical requirement of the smartphone.
As for its camera, the Realme C2 has a dual 13MP + 2MP rear camera setup and a 5MP selfie shooter. Its image resolution clocks in at 4128 x 3096 px that’s able to deliver excellent images and standard video recording. Also, it lets you shoot 1080p at 30 fps and has a ‘Chrome Boost’ feature that adds a little improvement to images, along with the Continuos Shooting and High Dynamic Range mode (HDR).
Realme C2’s selling point is its massive 4000mAh battery power which is able to compete with mid-range phones. It can last long enough to let you stream YouTube or use WhatsApp, Instagram, or email simultaneously.
Realme C2 Specs
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 Lite |
| Processor | Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Memory | 3GB/2GB |
| Storage | 32GB/16GB |
| Display | 6.1-inch 720 x 1560 IPS LCD dewdrop display |
| Rear Camera | 13MP + 2MP |
| Front Camera | 5MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh |
| Dimensions | 6.07 x 2.90 x 0.33 in |
| Weight | 166g |
| Colors | Diamond Black, Diamond Blue |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass |
Overall, Realme C2 seems like a decent bet, and for its price range, it’s too good a smartphone to pass up if you’re to consider its powerful processor, excellent battery life, and primary cameras.
The Realme C2 2GB + 16GB variant retails for PHP 5,490 while the 3GB + 32GB sells for PHP 6,490.
