Realme C53

The Realme C53 in Kenya

Realme C53 Price in Kenya is ksh20,000.

Realme C53 Specs

BODY
Dimensions	167.3 x 76.7 x 7.5 mm (6.59 x 3.02 x 0.30 in)
Weight	182 g (6.42 oz)
Build	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Sim	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

DISPLAY
Type	IPS LCD, 90Hz, 560 nits (peak)
Size	6.74 inches, 109.7 cm2 (~85.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~390 ppi density)

PLATFORM
Os	Android 13, Realme UI T
Chipset	Unisoc Tiger T612 (12 nm)
Cpu	Octa-core (2×1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Gpu	Mali-G57

MEMORY
Card Slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM

MAIN CAMERA
Dual	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF0.3 MP, (depth)
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video	1080p@30fps

SELFIE CAMERA
Single	8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Features	HDR
Video	720p@30fps

SOUND
Loudspeaker	Yes
35mm Jack	Yes

COMMS
Wlan	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Nfc	No
Radio	Unspecified
Usb	USB Type-C 2.0

FEATURES
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

BATTERY
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging	33W wired, 50% in 31 min (advertised)

MISC
Colors	Champion Gold, Mighty Black

 

Design
If you’ve been keeping tabs on Realme’s smartphone lineup, the C53’s design might give you a sense of déjà vu. Crafted from plastic, it features a dual-tone back design – glossy at the top and matte at the bottom. This design choice not only makes the phone fingerprint and smudge-resistant but also adds a touch of style.

However, there’s a slight quirk with those massive camera rings housing the 108MP+B&W sensors and an LED flash. They protrude quite a bit from the surface, causing a bit of wobble when typing on a flat surface.

Despite that, the Realme C53 is comfortable to hold thanks to its flat edges and a manageable weight of 189 grams. On the connectivity front, you’ll find a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a speaker grille at the bottom.

The Realme C53 doesn’t disappoint when it comes to the display. Sporting a 6.74-inch LCD panel with HD+ resolution and a snappy 90Hz refresh rate, it delivers a satisfying viewing experience. While it’s not entirely bezel-less, it boasts an impressive 90 percent screen-to-body ratio for a budget smartphone.

Whether you’re watching your favorite shows or scrolling through your social media feed, the display quality won’t let you down. Sunlight legibility is decent, and while it might not be the best for multimedia, it’s perfect for reading text. Plus, those default settings give you punchy colors and sharp icons.

The 90Hz refresh rate adds a smooth touch to the user interface and supported apps. However, one downside is the absence of Widevine L1 certification, which means you won’t be able to stream HD content from your favorite platforms.

Camera:
Now, let’s talk about the star of the show – the Realme C53’s 108MP primary camera. While it produces 12MP images by default, you can also snap high-res 108MP shots. In well-lit conditions, it focuses quickly and snaps shots with ease. However, it does have a couple of quirks.

While it excels in capturing details in bright sunlight, it struggles with maintaining proper contrast ratios, resulting in oversaturated colors. Even with HDR mode enabled, the dynamic range leaves something to be desired. Indoors and low-light shots don’t fare as well.

Noise creeps in, drowning out details, and even the dedicated night mode can’t entirely fix it. Switching to the 8MP front-facing camera, it gets the job done but falls short on facial detail and natural skin tones. Portraits in daylight look good, but there’s room for improvement in edge detection.

 Realme C53 Performance and Software:
Under the hood, the Realme C53 packs an entry-level Unisoc T612 SoC paired with 4GB or 6GB RAM. Interestingly, the 6GB RAM variant gets 64GB of storage, while the 4GB RAM option offers 128GB. Both variants support microSD card expansion via a dedicated slot. The device handles basic tasks like communication, social media browsing, and streaming with ease.

Multitasking and light gaming are manageable, but don’t expect top-tier performance. On the software front, the Realme C53 runs on Realme UI T edition, based on Android 13. The UI has received a facelift, with redesigned app icons, quick settings, and menus that mimic stock Android.

The dynamic mini-capsule feature, introduced earlier with the C55, is here, albeit with limited functionality related to charging and battery information. Realme has also trimmed down the number of pre-installed apps, though some bloatware still lingers. The good news? Most of them can be removed, letting you customize your app selection according to your preferences.

 Realme C53 Battery and Charging: 
A budget champion wouldn’t be complete without long battery life, and the Realme C53 delivers. It houses a hefty 5,000mAh battery, easily lasting through a day of light usage. However, heavy navigation and gaming can chip away at its endurance. When it’s time to refuel, the included 18W charger takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes to juice up the battery fully.

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