Realme 6i India Unveiling Specs Prices and Performance Insights

Design and Build

The Realme 6i offers a modern design with a decent build quality. Featuring a glass front protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, the phone has a plastic back and frame that not only contributes to reducing the weight but also keeps the cost down. With dimensions of 162.1 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 191 grams, the Realme 6i strikes a balance between size and manageability, making it comfortable to hold and use on a daily basis.

The Eclipse Black and Lunar White color options provide a touch of elegance, catering to both aesthetic and practical tastes. The dual SIM feature increases versatility, making it an attractive option for users who manage multiple numbers or travel frequently.

Display

The Realme 6i is equipped with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display that boasts a fast 90Hz refresh rate. This feature ensures smoother scrolling, better gaming visuals, and an overall more responsive interaction experience. With a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio, the display offers clear, vibrant images and text suitable for media consumption, gaming, and browsing.

For protection, the display is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which adds durability and resistance to scratches, making the device more resilient to daily wear and tear.

Performance

Under the hood, the Realme 6i is powered by the Mediatek Helio G90T chipset, combined with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G76 MC4 GPU. This setup promises impressive performance, capable of handling a variety of tasks with ease, from daily app usage to demanding games and multitasking. The availability of either 4GB or 6GB RAM options further enhances its capability to manage intensive applications without significant slowdowns.

Running on Android 10 with Realme’s own UI, the interface is user-friendly and provides a seamless smartphone experience. This software combination also ensures high compatibility with a wide array of applications available on the Google Play Store.

Camera Setup

The Realme 6i features a quad-camera setup on the back, providing a versatile photography experience. The primary 48MP wide lens with f/1.8 aperture ensures that you can capture detailed and bright images even in lower light conditions. An 8MP ultrawide camera allows for expansive shots, making it ideal for landscape photography.

The camera setup is further enhanced by the inclusion of a 2MP macro lens and a 2MP depth sensor. These cameras are complemented by features such as LED flash, HDR, and panorama modes, enhancing the phone’s ability to capture diverse shot types. For video recording, the camera supports 4K at 30fps and 1080p at multiple frame rates, equipped with gyro-EIS for stabilized footage.

On the front, a single 16MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture offers good quality selfies and video calls, with additional support for HDR and panorama modes.

Battery and Charging

The Realme 6i is equipped with a 4300mAh non-removable battery, sufficient to power the device through a full day of regular use. The phone supports 30W wired fast charging, capable of replenishing the battery from 0% to 100% in approximately 55 minutes, ensuring that downtime is kept to a minimum.

Connectivity and Extras

Providing a comprehensive connectivity suite, the Realme 6i includes Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, GLONASS, BDS, FM radio, and a USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG support. However, it does not come with NFC capabilities. For sound, it includes a loudspeaker and a 3.5mm audio jack, a valuable feature for users who prefer wired headphones.

The fingerprint sensor is mounted on the side for quick and easy access, and additional sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass, offering a well-rounded feature set for enhancing user interaction.

Price and Availability

Announced in July 2020 and released later that month, the Realme 6i is available in the market with a competitive pricing strategy, falling around the 150 Euro mark. This positions it as a strong contender in the mid-range smartphone segment, offering a compelling combination of features, performance, and price.

The availability of various models like the RMX2002 and their different configurations provide consumers with choices catering to their specific needs and budgets.