Realme 5
The quad-camera, big-battery budget that took India by storm.
The Realme 5 is a budget Realme smartphone released Aug 2019, with a launch price of $150. It pairs the Snapdragon 665 with a 6.5" LCD 60 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 52/100 — The budget quad-cam that built Realme. Standout strengths: first quad-camera at $150. and 5,000 mah battery. Main trade-off: hd+ lcd, sd665.
The budget quad-cam that built Realme.
Realme 5 brought the first quad-camera and a 5,000 mAh battery to $150 in 2019, a runaway India bestseller that established Realme as a budget powerhouse.
Read the full review- First quad-camera at $150.
- 5,000 mAh battery.
- Jack + microSD.
- Distinctive design.
Full specifications
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How the Realme 5 compares
| Realme 5 | Galaxy Note 5 | Realme 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 52 | 52 | 52 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 665 | Exynos 7420 | Snapdragon 450 |
| Display | 6.5" LCD 60 Hz | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 6.2" HD+ IPS |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 16 MP · f/1.9 | 13 MP + 2 MP depth |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 4230 mAh |
| Launch price | $150 | $700 | $150 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Realme 5 released?
The Realme 5 was released in Aug 2019.
How much does the Realme 5 cost?
The Realme 5 launched at $150 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Realme 5 screen size and type?
The Realme 5 has a 6.5" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Realme 5 use?
The Realme 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Realme 5 have?
The Realme 5 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Realme 5 battery capacity?
The Realme 5 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Realme 5 charge?
The Realme 5 supports 10 W wired charging.
What is the Realme 5 main camera?
The Realme 5 has a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Realme 5 have 5G?
The Realme 5 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
How much does the Realme 5 weigh?
The Realme 5 weighs 198 g.
What colours does the Realme 5 come in?
The Realme 5 is available in 2 colours: Crystal Blue, Crystal Purple.
Is the Realme 5 worth buying?
Realme 5 brought the first quad-camera and a 5,000 mAh battery to $150 in 2019, a runaway India bestseller that established Realme as a budget powerhouse. SpecEagle gives the Realme 5 an editorial score of 52/100.
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