Launch report · Realme

Realme C55: Budget hit with 33 W charging and "Mini Capsule" UI.

SpecEagle Editorial·Mar 2023·$179·Score 56/100

Realme C55 brought "Mini Capsule" (a Dynamic-Island clone) to the budget tier with fast charging. The Helio G88 keeps expectations grounded.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.72" LCD 90 Hz
Chipset
Helio G88
Memory
6 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
64 MP · f/1.8
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
189 g
What stands out
  • 33 W charging at $179.
  • Full-HD+ 90 Hz screen.
  • Mini Capsule UI novelty.
  • Headphone jack + microSD.
What to watch
  • Helio G88 is slow.
  • No 5G.
  • Mono speaker.
  • LCD not AMOLED.
The phone it has to beat
Moto G85
$299 · score 74/100