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realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£210RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.72 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 2 MP

realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 53% of smartphones
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

25%

6.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

5.6

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 57% of smartphones
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on 2,126 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 78% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

25%

6.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

5.6

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

6.4
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on 2,126 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Popularity:
realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 81.4% of smartphones.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.5
Brand name
realme
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor model which is slower than processors in 64% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 2 MP
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 89.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.75 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.75 & f/2.4
â–² Better than 77% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.75 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.92 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.72 inches
Screen size
6.72 inches
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.72 inches which is larger than the screens of 62.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
392 ppi
Pixel density
392 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 392 ppi which is lower than that of 64% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
67 W
Charging speed
67 W
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 67 W which is faster than in 72.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
165.7 mm
Height
165.7 mm
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.7 mm which is taller than 71.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Width
76 mm
Width
76 mm
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76 mm which is narrower than 47.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Thickness
8.1 mm
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
190 g
Weight
190 g
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 190 g which is lighter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 4.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
100,320 cm³
Device volume
100,320 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 100,320 cm³ which is larger than 64.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
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realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP & 2 MP
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    67 W
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    44.2 mm²
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.05 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.72 inches
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.72 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 5.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    realme 11 5G
    the average smartphone
    realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.43 vs 8.000).
    8.43 vs 8
  • 57% more popular
    realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.54 vs 5.4).
    8.54 vs 5.44
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.75 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.75 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.75 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 5.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    realme 11 5G
    the average smartphone
    realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.43 vs 8.000).
    8.43 vs 8
  • 57% more popular
    realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.54 vs 5.4).
    8.54 vs 5.44
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP & 2 MP
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    44.2 mm²
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.75 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.75 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.75 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 0.05 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.72 inches
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.72 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    67 W
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 3.2% lighter
    Weight
    190 g
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    Thickness
    8.1 mm
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.64 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 20.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    745
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (745 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    745 vs 942
  • 75% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    64
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (64 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    64 vs 256
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 22.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1957
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1957 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,957 vs 2,533
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    17.07 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 13
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.64 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.5
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 320 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    680 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (680 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    680 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 0.8% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    392 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (392 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    392 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP64
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67
  • 2.1 mm taller
    Height
    165.7 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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21/10/2023
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01/10/2023
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12/11/2023
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29/08/2023
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What we like about realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Performance: Users and testers report smooth day-to-day performance and lag-free multitasking thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor and ample RAM.
  • Battery Life: The 5000mAh battery is consistently praised for easily lasting a full day, or even a day and a half with moderate use.
  • Fast Charging: The included 67W SUPERVOOC charger is a major highlight, capable of charging the phone to 100% in approximately 40-45 minutes.
  • Camera Quality: The 108MP main camera captures detailed, sharp images in good lighting, and the 3x sensor zoom is a useful feature that maintains quality better than standard digital zoom.
  • Design & Build Quality: The phone features a distinctive, premium-looking 'Glory Halo' design with a sturdy and durable build that stands out in its price segment.
  • Display: The 6.72-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display has a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, providing a good viewing experience.
  • Value & Features: Customers feel it offers high value for money, with practical features like dual SIM support, a microSD card slot, a headphone jack, and NFC.

What we don't like about realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Software Experience: The phone comes heavily loaded with pre-installed bloatware apps and ads, which many users find irritating.
  • Audio Quality: A notable drawback is the single, down-firing mono speaker setup, which is considered average at best and not immersive compared to competitors with stereo sound.
  • Display Technology: While the 120Hz refresh rate is good, some users were disappointed it uses an IPS LCD panel instead of an AMOLED screen, which offers better contrast and deep blacks.
  • Video Recording: The device lacks 4K video recording capabilities and optical image stabilization (OIS), resulting in potentially shaky 1080p footage.
  • Build & Durability: The phone lacks an official IP rating for dust and water resistance and does not use Gorilla Glass for screen protection.
  • Gaming Performance: While generally smooth for daily tasks, the processor might require lower graphics settings for demanding games and the phone can heat up during extended gaming sessions.

Verdict

The Realme 11 5G (8GB + 256GB model) is a mid-range smartphone offering a compelling balance of performance and features within its price segment. It is powered by the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ 5G processor and features a large 6.72-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. A key selling point is its impressive 108MP primary camera with 3x in-sensor zoom capabilities, which captures detailed photos in good lighting conditions. The device also boasts a substantial 5000mAh battery with fast 67W SUPERVOOC charging, capable of reaching 50% charge in about 20 minutes. Additional features include a stylish "Glory" design with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a dedicated microSD card slot for expandable storage up to 2TB. However, notable drawbacks include the use of an IPS LCD panel instead of a potentially better-contrast AMOLED screen found on some competitors, a single (mono) speaker setup with average sound quality, and the presence of significant pre-installed bloatware in the Realme UI software.

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