Realme C2 2020 Smartphone Review with Key Features

In April, the entry-level smartphone Realme C2 was presented. The novelty at a low price had a number of advantages that consumers fell in love with. Realme decided to update the device by adding more storage space, which is so necessary for today's smartphone user.

Since the update only affected the memory, it makes no sense for Realme C2 users to change their smartphone to an updated model, but those who are just thinking about buying an inexpensive smartphone should pay attention to the Realme C2 2020.

Realme C2 Review 2020

In the review, we will tell you about how much the amount of RAM and internal memory has increased, and you will also find out:

• how much does the novelty cost;
• what processor and graphics accelerator is installed in the new product, and what level of performance they provide;
• which operating system and shell is responsible for managing the smartphone's hardware;
• what the device looks like, and where are the connectors, cameras and buttons;
• what technology the display is made by and about its characteristics;
• how large the built-in battery is;
• sound quality;
• about communications and built-in sensors;
• about the equipment of the device.

Cost and storage capacity

Realme C2 is available in two versions: 16 gigabytes of ROM + 2 gigabytes of RAM or 32 gigabytes of ROM + 3 gigabytes of RAM.

The updated version also offers two options, only with a large volume: 32 gigabytes of internal memory + 2 gigabytes of RAM or 64 internal + 3 RAM. Supported memory card up to 256 gigabytes.

The base 2 + 32GB version costs about $ 110, while the 3 + 64GB version is about $ 130.

Central processing unit and graphics accelerator

Under the hood of the Realme C2 2020 is the budget Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 processor and the PowerVR GE8320 graphics accelerator.

The central processing unit consists of 8 Cortex-A53 cores, the maximum clock frequency of which reaches 2.0 GHz. It is noteworthy that the big.LITTLE technology was not used in Helio P22, so the cores are not divided into clusters. The processor itself was produced using FinFET technology, with a 12-nanometer technological process.

The PowerVR GE8320 has a maximum clock speed of 650 MHz.

Performance

Do not expect high performance and efficiency from the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 processor and PowerVR GE8320 graphics card. In everyday tasks, the smartphone will perform well, but when launching and using "heavy" applications, the performance will decrease significantly.

We should also pay attention to the behavior of Realme C2 2020 during the gameplay. When working with games of low and medium requirements, there is no braking or lag in the gameplay, the device does not overheat, so the new product can be recommended to amateurs.

But with games that put forward high requirements, the device practically cannot cope. Of course, you can experiment and find those "heavy" games that the device can handle at minimum settings, but the pleasure will be extremely weak. Realme C2 2020 is not an option for advanced gamers.

Testing has shown that during a game with high demands, the body of the smartphone heats up to 40 degrees, and the processor to 68 degrees.

Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 will not be able to boast of the presence of artificial intelligence, since the processor lacks a neuroblock. However, this should not be expected from a budget-level chipset.
Overall, the phone has a fairly good performance, comparable to its price.

operating system

Android Pie of the ninth version and the shell from Oppo - ColorOS 6 Lite are responsible for managing the hardware of the smartphone. User interaction with a smartphone will be very comfortable. The interface contains many useful features, here are some of them:

• convenient and simple control;
• minimalism in design;
• improved animation and new gestures (compared to the previous version);
• many functions for individual customization;
• specialized engine Hyper Boost, which works on optimal optimization of the workflow;
• Game Assistant technology - allows you to make video recording of the gameplay and block incoming calls and notifications;
• Game Space function, which will eliminate the interruption of the game due to the cause of a poor Internet connection, thanks to the created dual-channel 4G network and Wi-Fi connections.

Design and ergonomics

The low cost of a smartphone is not equal to a bad design, as Realme C2 2020 convinces.

The front panel meets the user with thin bezels, a small "chin" and a 6.1-inch screen rounded at the sides, which occupies 80.3% of the working surface, which is equal to 91.3 cm2. The front-facing camera is neatly housed in a waterdrop notch on the touchscreen display.

The smartphone is decorated with a back panel made of hard rubberized plastic. The matte surface has a relief similar to that of a gemstone. A small 3D effect is created by applying an uneven color: somewhere a dark shade prevails, somewhere a light shade. Manufacturers offer two colors: brilliant black and brilliant blue.

The relief of the surface creates a pleasant tactile sensation and, which is very important, ease of use, excluding sliding in the hands. The elongated body with an aspect ratio of 19.5 to 9 provides additional ease of use.

In the upper left part of the panel is a slightly convex module of two main cameras and an LED for a flashlight and flash. At the bottom - the inscription "REALME".

On the right side face there is a button that is responsible for unlocking, locking, as well as turning on and off the smartphone. On the left side is a tray for two SIM cards and one memory card. Below the tray is a button to increase and a button to decrease the volume.

There is nothing on the top, while the bottom has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a Micro-USB connector, as well as a speaker grill and microphone.

The build quality is good: when pressed, the lid does not squeeze and does not create unnecessary sounds.

Display

The display is made using IPS LCD technology and supports a resolution of 720 by 1,560 pixels. The pixel density per inch is 282 ppi, the number of color dots is 16 ml. The 6.1-inch display is scratch-resistant with third-generation Corning Gorilla Glass and anti-fingerprint protection with an oleophobic coating.

The screen has good viewing angles, acceptable color balance and saturation, high contrast (1600: 1), and no visible flicker. The brightness is not high enough. The maximum value set in manual mode is 410 cd / m2, and the minimum is 3 cd / m2. The screen has anti-glare properties, but low brightness values ​​will not provide the desired effect when using the smartphone in the sun.

The display has automatic brightness control using a light sensor.Indicators in automatic mode are as follows: in bright lighting - up to 410 cd / m2, in medium light conditions - up to 145 cd / m2, in complete darkness - up to 20 cd / m2.

Photo opportunities

Rear camera

The main camera is expressed by a 13-megapixel sensor with f / 2.2 aperture, 1.12 micrometer pixel size and a 2-megapixel depth-of-field sensor with f / 2.4 aperture and 1.75 micrometer pixel size.

The camera has phase detection autofocus and LED flash, supports HDR technology, Full HD video, color saturation adjustment, manual exposure compensation, exposure duration, white balance, supports portrait and panoramic modes. Video resolution at 30 frames per second is 1,080 pixels.

Image quality

In good light conditions, the rear camera shows a fairly high quality. Images have good contrast, detail, minimal noise, uniform sharpness and color rendition. Among the shortcomings, it is worth highlighting the insufficiently good dynamic range. In general, the photo quality is very good during the daytime.

As for the quality of photos in low light conditions, there is a lot of noise and grain, as well as low detail. However, you should not expect high performance from a budget smartphone in the dark, but the quality is still quite acceptable.

Front-camera

The selfie camera is expressed by a 5-megapixel sensor, with a 1/5 sensor, a pixel size of 1.12 micrometers, an f / 2.0 aperture and support for HDR technology, and face recognition.

Photo quality

In good light, you can get a fairly high-quality picture with optimal exposure and a high level of detail.

Overall, the image quality is very good for a budget smartphone.

Autonomous work

The phone has a non-removable battery with a capacity of 4000 mAh. Watching a video for an hour will drain the battery by about 7%, an hour-long gameplay will take about 15% of the charge. With active use, the charge will last for a day, less active use will provide 2-3 days of battery life.

A 10 W power supply will charge your smartphone up to 100% in 2.5 hours. In 2 hours the user will receive 90% of the charge, in 1 hour - 52%, in half an hour - 25%, in 15 minutes - 13%. Realme C2 2020 does not support fast charging technology.

Sound

Sound quality is average, like most low-cost smartphones. The advantage is the high speaker volume and excellent vibration quality. As mentioned above, there is a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Communications and sensors

Realme C2 2020 supports:

• the fourth version of Bluetooth, with A2DP and LE codecs;
• GPS with GLONASS, BDS and A-GPS systems;
• radio;
• USB On-The-Go and microUSB 2.0 connectors;
• wireless connections: hotspot and Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n.

There is a built-in proximity sensor, as well as an accelerometer and compass.

Equipment

The box along with the smartphone contains:

• warranty card and instructions;
• paper clip to open the tray and charger.

Parameters and technical characteristics of Realme C2 2020

Pros and cons of Realme C2 2020

Based on the information obtained from this article, we can draw conclusions about the main advantages and disadvantages that Realme C2 2020 has.

• average performance and efficiency indicators;
• variety of functions and interface capabilities;
• spectacular design;
• reliable build quality;
• good enough display quality;
• in good lighting, you can get high quality footage;
• high battery capacity.

• insufficient screen brightness;
• lack of NFC and built-in fingerprint sensor;
• poor photo quality in low light conditions.

Conclusion

Realme C2 2020 has several disadvantages, but they pale against the background of a large number of pros and a low cost. Therefore, if you are looking for an interesting smartphone with many advantages in the budget segment, then Realme C2 2020 will be able to satisfy many of your selection criteria.