Realme 13 5G Review

Realme 13 5G features a 6.72-inch FHD+ display, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and a 50 MP rear camera. It has 16 MP front camera and a large 5000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging. Running Android 14 with realme UI 5.0, it offers 8GB RAM (expandable) and up to 256GB storage. It supports 5G, has various sensors and comes in Speed Green and Dark Purple.

Main Specification

📱 Screen	6.72″ IPS LCD – 1080 x 2400	💻 SoC	MediaTek Dimensity 6300
📷 Camera	50 MP + 2 MP	🔋 Battery	5000 mAh
🤖 OS	Android 14	⚖️ Weight	190 grams (6.7 oz)

Realme 13 Specification

Feature	Details
📱 Chipset	Dimensity 6300 5G – CPU: 6nm Process, Octa-core, Up to 2.4GHz – GPU: ARM G57 MC2
🔋 Charging & Battery	Battery Capacity: 5000mAh (typical), 4880mAh (minimum) – Fast Charging: 45W – Charging Port: USB Type-C – Adapter: Includes 45W charging adapter for fast recharging
💾 RAM & Storage	RAM: 8GB + 10GB Dynamic RAM Expansion (total: 18GB) – Storage: Available in 128GB or 256GB ROM – Maximum Option: 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM
📺 Display	Screen Size: 6.72 inches (17.07 cm) – Resolution: FHD+ 2400 x 1080 pixels – Brightness: 580nit (typical) – Refresh Rate: 120Hz – Touch Sampling Rate: 240Hz – Contrast Ratio: 1500:1, Screen-to-body: 91.4%
📷 Rear Camera	Main Camera: 50MP with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) – Lens: 5P, f/1.8 Aperture, 77.9° FOV, 26mm Focal Length – Photography Functions: Street, Portrait, Night, Pano, Dual-View Video, Time-Lapse, Pro, Slo-Mo, Hi-res, Text Scanner
🤳 Front Camera	Selfie Camera: 16MP, f/2.45 Aperture – Lens: 5P, 82.6° Field of View (FOV) – Photography Functions: Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Pano, Dual-View Video, Time-Lapse
🎥 Video Recording	Rear Camera Video: Supports 1080P 60fps/30fps, 720P 60fps/30fps, 2K 30fps – Front Camera Video: Supports 1080P/720P 30fps
🌐 Connectivity	5G Network: Dual Mode 5G (SA/NSA) – Supported Bands: GSM, WCDMA, FDD-LTE, TD-LTE, 5G NR (various bands dependent on local network operator) – Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi 4/5 – Bluetooth: Version 5.3
📏 Dimensions	Size: 165.6mm x 76.1mm x 7.79mm – Weight: 190g (approx.)
🧭 Sensors	Included Sensors: Magnetic Induction Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Gyroscope, Acceleration Sensor, Fingerprint Sensor
🛰️ Navigation	Supported Systems: BDS, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
⚙️ Operating System	OS: realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14
📦 Included in Box	Packing List: realme 13 5G phone, USB Type-C Cable, 45W Power Adapter, Protective Case, Screen Protection Film, Quick Guide, Safety Guide
🎨 Color Options	Available Colors: Speed Green, Dark Purple
🔊 Ports & Buttons	Ports: Type-C Charging Port, 3.5mm Headphone Jack – Buttons: Power Button, Volume Buttons – Card Slots: 2 Nano SIM Slots (Supports 1 SIM + 1 SIM or 1 SIM + 1 SD Card)

Display

• 6.72-inch Full HD+ Screen: Realme 13 comes with a large 6.72-inch IPS LCD screen, which has a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. This means the display is sharp and clear, great for watching videos, browsing the web and playing games.
• 120Hz Refresh Rate: The screen also has a high 120Hz refresh rate. This makes everything look smoother, whether you’re scrolling, switching between apps, or playing fast-paced games.
• 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate: It’s highly responsive to touch with a 240Hz touch sampling rate. This is especially useful for gaming, as it ensures the phone responds quickly to your touches and taps.

Performance

• MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Chipset: The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, a strong chipset that supports 5G. It’s great for smooth multitasking, running apps, and gaming without lag.
• 6nm Octa-Core Processor: It features an octa-core processor, meaning it has eight cores that handle different tasks. This ensures better efficiency, balancing power and battery usage, and making your experience faster and smoother.
• ARM G57 GPU: For graphics, it uses the ARM G57 MC2, which makes games and videos look better and run more smoothly.

RAM & Storage

• 8GB RAM with 10GB Expansion: Phone has 8GB of RAM for running apps, and it also offers 10GB of dynamic RAM expansion, giving you a total of 18GB. This means you can switch between multiple apps quickly and without slowdown.
• Storage Options: You can choose between two storage options: 128GB or 256GB. This is plenty of space for apps, photos, videos, and other files. For most users, the 256GB variant provides more than enough storage for their needs.

Battery & Charging

• 5000mAh Battery: Realme 13 has a large 5000mAh battery that lasts all day on one charge, so you can use it for videos, gaming and social media without recharging often.
• 45W Fast Charging: It supports 45W fast charging, so you can quickly recharge your phone. Included 45W adapter provides a significant boost in a short time, reducing downtime.
• USB Type-C: Phone uses a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer which is faster and more efficient than older ports.

Camera

50MP Main Camera with OIS: Primary camera has 50MP sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). This reduces blur in your pictures, particularly in dim light or when your hands are shaking. It works great for taking crisp, detailed pictures.

• Photography Features: Phone has a variety of camera settings including night, portrait, street, panorama and more enabling you to shoot ideal picture in any circumstance.

• Video Recording: You can take high-quality videos using the rear camera’s compatibility for several resolutions such as 1080p at 60 frames per second and 2K at 30 frames per second.

16MP Selfie Camera: On the front, there’s a 16MP camera for taking selfies or making video calls. It also has special modes like Portrait and Night mode to ensure your selfies look great even in challenging lighting.

• Front Video Recording: Front camera can record videos in 1080p and 720p, making it a good choice for video calls or vlogging

5G Connectivity

• Dual-Mode 5G: Realme 13 supports both types of 5G networks—Standalone (SA) and Non-Standalone (NSA)—wherever 5G is available, giving you faster internet speeds and a smoother online experience.
• Wi-Fi & Bluetooth: Phone has dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), so it connects to Wi-Fi quickly and reliably. It also comes with Bluetooth 5.3, which is faster and more efficient for connecting to other devices like headphones or speakers.

Sensors

Variety of Sensors: Phone has a number of sensors to improve usability, including a fingerprint sensor for unlocking, a gyroscope for better gaming control and sensors for light, proximity and acceleration. These all help make the phone more intuitive and responsive.

Operating System

• Android 14 with realme UI 5.0: The phone runs on Android 14 with realme UI 5.0 on top. This gives you access to the latest Android features, like better privacy controls and smoother animations, along with realme’s own customization options.

Design & Build

Realme 13 has lightweight, slim design. Despite its large screen and big battery, it weighs just 190 grams and is 7.79mm thick, making it easy to hold and carry.

It comes in two stylish colors: Speed Green & Dark Purple, both with smooth, modern finish that gives phone sleek appearance.

Ports & Buttons

Realme 13 has dual nano SIM slots so you can use two phone numbers at same time. If you don’t need a second SIM, you can use one slot for SD card to expand storage.

It also has 3.5mm headphone jack for wired headphones & USB Type-C port for faster charging & data transfer.

Realme 13 5G Pros and Cons

👍Pros	👎 Cons
🔋 Long battery life	❌ No AMOLED display
🔊 Good audio	⚠️ Average performance
📸 Decent cameras	❌

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Conclusion

Realme 13 5G has superb cameras, long battery life and practical functions. It can be a little pricey & doesn’t have AMOLED display. It’s something to think about if you value camera quality and battery life.