Updated On: Dec 10, 2022
realme U1
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3 GB + 32 GB
4 GB + 64 GB
3 GB + 64 GB
₹8,790
Not available in any online store
Key Specifications
- MediaTek Helio P70 Processor
- 3 GB RAM
- 13 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera
- 32 GB Storage
- 25 MP Front Camera
- 3500 mAh Battery
- 6.3 inches IPS LCD Display
- Android v8.1 (Oreo) OS
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realme U1 Price In India
Last known price of realme U1 was ₹8,790. The mobile will be available soon across various online stores in India.
Realme U1: Pros & Cons
8.1
out of 10
MSP Score
Pros
The Realme U1 offers smooth overall performance including gaming. The phone looks good and the display does a decent job. The Face Unlock feature on the device is quite fast.
Cons
The cameras on the Realme U1 struggle in low-light conditions while missing out on video stabilization. The body of the phone is prone to smudges.
Verdict
The Realme U1 is a worthy competitor in the ultra-budget segment. It offers good value for money. The only shortcoming is the camera performance, but even that does not pose an issue in well-lit surroundings.
realme U1 Details
Introduction and Camera
Priced at Rs. 8,790 the smartphone is available with 32GB and 64GB of internal storage. The Oppo sub-brand launched the Realme U1 with the intention to offer an affordable solution to selfie enthusiasts. As such, the selfie sensor at the front of the device consists of a large 25MP sensor. The camera is equipped with a plethora of enhancements including AI-based beauty and portrait. It is also capable of Face Unlock. The rear camera is no slouch either with its 13MP +2MP configuration.
Performance and Display
Powering the Realme U1 is MediaTek s Helio P70 chipset. This phone is the first to come powered by this CPU. The chipset offers a 13% performance upgrade over its predecessor. This 12nm octa-core CPU offers clock speeds up to 2.1 GHz. The inclusion of 3GB of RAM will ensure smooth multitasking. As for the screen, you get a large 6.3-inch IPS LCD panel with a Full HD+ resolution and a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. You get a dewdrop-style notch at the top of this screen similar to the one found on the Realme 2 Pro.
Battery and Platform
When it comes to keeping the lights on, the Realme U1 comes with a large 3500mAh battery. There is support for AI Power Master, which allocates resources and manages power consumption smartly. As for software, the device will come with Android 8.1 Oreo-based Color OS 5.2 out of the box.
Storage and Connectivity
In the storage department, the Realme U1 doesn t disappoint with its 32GB of memory which is expandable up to 256GB with the use of a microSD card. For connectivity, you get support for dual-SIM configurations. The rest of the options are the standard array of options such as dual 4G VoLTE, GPS, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port.
Realme U1 Specifications
Summary
| Processor Chipset | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| RAM | 3 GB |
| Rear Camera | Dual (13MP + 2MP) |
| Internal Memory | 32 GB |
| Screen Size | 6.3 inches (16 cms) |
| Battery Capacity | 3500 mAh |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| No Of Cores | 8 (Octa Core) |
| CPU | 2.1GHz, Quad core, Cortex A73 2GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53 |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Fabrication | 12 nm |
| RAM | 3 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Graphics | Mali-G72 MP3 |
Design
| Build | Plastic back panel |
| Height | 6.18 inches (157 mm) |
| Width | 2.91 inches (74 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.31 inches (8 mm) |
| Weight | 168 grams |
| Colors | Brave Blue, Fiery Gold, Ambitious Black |
| Screen Unlock | Fingerprint, Face unlock |
Display
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Aspect ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Display Type | IPS LCD, 2.5D Curved Glass |
| Size | 6.3 inches (16 cms) |
| Bezel-less display | Yes, with Waterdrop notch |
| Pixel Density | 409 pixels per inch (ppi) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| TouchScreen | Yes, Capacitive, Multi-touch |
| Color Reproduction | 16M Colors |
| Screen to body percentage | 83.68 % |
Camera
| Rear camera setup | Dual |
| Rear camera (Primary) | 13 MP resolutionf/2.2 aperture |
| Rear camera (Secondary) | 2 MP resolutionDepth lensf/2.4 aperture |
| Front camera setup | Single |
| Front camera (Primary) | 25 MP resolutionf/2.0 aperture2.8" sensor size0.9µm pixel size |
| Sensor | CMOS image sensor |
| Flash | LED Rear flash |
| Digital zoom | 2x |
| Video Resolution (Rear) | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
| Video Resolution (Front) | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Auto Flash Auto Focus Face detection Touch to focus |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
Battery
| Type | Li-ion |
| Capacity | 3500 mAh |
| Removable | No |
| Fast Charging | No |
| Charging speed | 20% to 100% in 02h 10m 34s (in-house tested) |
| Wireless Charging | No |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 32 GB |
| Memory type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Memory | Yes, microSD, Up to 256 GB (Dedicated) |
Software
| Operating System | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
| Custom UI | ColorOS |
Connectivity
| SIM Configuration | Dual SIM SIM1: Nano SIM2: Nano |
| Network | SIM1: 4G, 3G, 2GSIM2: 4G, 3G, 2G |
| Voice over LTE(VoLTE) | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, with b/g/n |
| Wi-fi features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth v4.2 |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, Mass storage device, USB charging, USB On-The-Go |
| USB OTG Support | Yes |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| Infrared | Yes |
Sound
| Speaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | Yes, 3.5mm |
| Video Player | Yes, Video Formats: MP4 |
Sensors
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes, Rear |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Other Sensor | Light sensorProximity sensorAccelerometer |
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