realme C67 Review: Budget-friendly Phone with A Premium Camera

February 18, 2024, 09:23 AM
by Md. Mehedi Hasan

UNB News
Publish- February 18, 2024, 09:23 AM
Md. Mehedi Hasan
Update- February 18, 2024, 09:50 AM

realme C67

C67, the latest addition to realme’s C series is quite a paradigm shift in the realm of budget-friendly smartphones. Released in December 2023 in China the phone also made its debut in Bangladesh on 14 February 2024. With its modern features, the C67 promises to redefine what users can expect from an affordable smartphone. Let's take a look into the key specs, pros, cons, and price of realme C67 in Bangladesh.

Key Features of realme C67

Design

The realme C67 shapes in dimensions of 164.6 mm by 75.4 mm by 7.6 mm, making it sleek and manageable. Weighing in at 185g, it's a bit hefty for its slim profile. The back panel sports a captivating color-shifting design, adding flair to its appearance. Notably, it repels fingerprints even under sweaty conditions, making a case optional.

Available in Sunny Oasis and Black Rock colors, it caters to diverse preferences. The dual-camera setup, housed at the top left corner, protrudes slightly, susceptible to scratches.

Conveniently, it offers a USB-C port and a 3.5mm audio jack at the bottom. Volume rockers and the power button reside on the right side, with dual SIM and microSD slots on the left. Additionally, dual-loud speakers enhance audio output, elevating the user experience.

Display

The realme C67 boasts a spacious 6.72-inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels, delivering clear and sharp visuals. Its 20:9 aspect ratio provides ample screen space for multimedia consumption and reading.

Notably, the display offers a peak brightness of 950 nits, ensuring readability even in bright outdoor environments, with a typical brightness of 800 nits suitable for indoor use.

While its IPS LCD panel may not match the vibrancy of AMOLED displays, it offers accurate colors and satisfactory contrast levels. The screen-to-body ratio of approximately 87.8% minimizes bezels for an immersive viewing experience.

C67 features 90Hz refresh rate that enhances scrolling smoothness and provides a more immersive experience, especially in gaming scenarios.

However, no information is provided about the corning gorilla glass protection.

realme C67

Performance

The realme C67 is powered by a 6nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 processor 6nm chipset combined with Adreno 610 GPU. The device sports 8GB dynamic RAM coupled with spacious 128GB of storage. It runs on realme UI on top of Android 14. While lacking microSD card support, realme emphasizes software optimization for long-term support.

Day-to-day performance is generally smooth, handling multitasking with ease. Gaming performance is decent, with most games running smoothly, except for some minor frame drops in intensive titles like Honkai: Star Rail. Despite limitations in-game settings, the gameplay remains enjoyable.

Thermal management appears efficient, with the device maintaining comfortable temperatures during extended use. Overall, while the Snapdragon 685 performs adequately, some users may desire a more powerful chipset for enhanced gaming performance.

Camera

The realme C67's standout feature lies in its 108 MP (f/1.8) main sensor, setting a new standard in budget-friendly smartphone photography. This high-resolution sensor captures detailed and vibrant images, ensuring clarity even when zoomed in. Accompanying it is a 2 MP (f/2.4) depth sensor, vital for portrait photography, creating a pleasing depth-of-field effect.

In daylight, the camera excels, delivering high-resolution, colorful images with a balanced dynamic range. In low light, its night mode enhances photo quality by reducing noise and enhancing clarity. Video recording capabilities include 1080p at 30 fps with gyro-EIS for stabilization, ensuring smooth footage.

The 8 MP (f/2.1) selfie camera on the front side, captures clear and natural-looking selfies and supports 1080p @30fps video recording. The camera app offers various modes like Pro mode for manual control and an intuitive interface for a satisfying user experience.

Battery and Charging

The realme C67 packs a hefty 5000mAh battery, a standard feature for a budget-friendly phone. This ample capacity ensures it easily lasts a full day of typical usage, encompassing browsing, social media, and occasional photography. Even with more demanding tasks like gaming or video playback, it holds up well, offering several hours of entertainment.

With 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support, the included charger replenishes the battery from 0 to 50% in around 30 minutes and achieves a full charge in under 1.5 hours.

While lacking wireless charging, its efficient charging speed strikes a solid balance between rapidity and battery longevity.

realme C67

Pros and Cons of realme C67

Pros

- Supports dual SIM cards and memory cards simultaneously
- Standard battery with fast charging
- Stereo external speakers for immersive sound
- Efficient processor
- Standard refresh rate
- High-resolution main camera
- Introduces realme's Mini Capsule feature for versatile interaction.

Cons

- No Corning Gorilla glass protection
- No wide-angle camera
- Camera protrusion from the back
- Not ideal for heavy gaming
- Selfie camera is not very powerful
- Lack of reverse charging and wireless charging facility.

Price of realme C67 in Bangladesh

realme C67 is officially available in Bangladesh. The phone is currently priced at BDT 22,999 excluding VAT.

Conclusion

The realme C67 offers some premium features under affordable price ranges. Its sleek design and vibrant display, coupled with a powerful Snapdragon 685 processor and impressive 108 MP camera, redefine expectations in its price range.

While its gaming performance and selfie camera quality may fall short for some users, its fast-charging battery and immersive sound elevate the overall experience.

On the whole, with the realme C67, users gain access to advanced features typically found in higher-end devices, making it a compelling choice for budget-conscious consumers.