Realme Narzo 50i

Realme Narzo 50i: Design

The Realme Narzo 50i is the new budget smartphone by Realme which arrived alongside the Realme Narzo 50A. It has a dual-tone finish at the back which is lesser prone to fingerprints and smudges. A square-shaped camera module is placed on the upper left housing two sensors and an LED flash. Likewise the Realme Narzo 50A, the Realme Narzo 50i also flaunts an IPS LCD display with a thick chin bezel and a waterdrop not. The Narzo 50i’s display measures 6.5-inches and supports 720 x 1600 pixels HD+ resolution and a 400 nits peak brightness. The video watching experience would be decent on this bigger panel.

Realme Narzo 50i: Hardware Performance

The Realme Narzo 50i is an entry-level smartphone that uses the Unisoc SC9863A processor. This octa-core chipset has PowerVR IMG8322 GPU and 2GB/ 4GB RAM support. The device will offer better performance with basic tasks. You will have no issues with web surfing, media playback and while using third-party apps. The device has been announced with dual storage options including 32GB and 64GB. If this isn’t sufficient, you can also have an external microSD card (up to 256GB).

Realme Narzo 50i: Price To Specs Ratio

The Realme Narzo 50i is also a sub Rs. 10,000 category device. The base model which has 2GB RAM and 32GB storage option is priced at Rs. 7,999. There is a 4GB RAM and 64GB model as well which can be purchased at Rs. 9,999. You can buy this device in Carbon Black and Mint Green colors. The sub 10K pricing is well complemented with the entry-level hardware. This device along with its sibling, i.e., the Narzo 50A have strengthened company's portfolio in the affordable smartphone space.

Realme Narzo 50i: Camera Performance

The Realme Narzo 50i’s camera is pretty basic. The back panel has a single sensor which is an 8MP lens with an f/2.0 aperture. You can expect an average photography experience with the Narzo 50i’s single rear camera. The camera performance will be better where the lighting conditions are good. The night camera performance would also be average here. For selfies and video calls, the device features a 5MP sensor which has an f/2.2 aperture.

Realme Narzo 50i: Important/ Highlight Features

The Realme Narzo 50i’s remaining important set of features include a physical fingerprint scanner at the back and Android 11 Go Edition. The device comes with standard connectivity options and has a dedicated 3-way SIM slot and a microUSB port. The device packs a 5,000 mAh battery which is said to offer up to 43 days of standby.

Realme Narzo 50i: Verdict

The Realme Narzo 50i is a low-end Android smartphone that packs hardware best suited for basic tasks. If you require a phone which has a big screen and battery and can compromise on the camera and processor for a lower price tag, the Narzo 50i is a good deal.