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realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.72 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP

realme 13 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.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

90%

6.2

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 71% of smartphones
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

25%

6.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.0

Camera

15%

5.3

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 66% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £250

Best rankings

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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

25%

6.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.0

Camera

15%

5.3

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

6.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.1
Brand name
realme
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor model which is slower than processors in 59.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 4.3% 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
2.4 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% 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 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% 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
50 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP which is lower than that of 71.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% 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.
1.28 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
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% 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
165.6 mm
Height
165.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.6 mm which is taller than 70.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.1 mm
Width
76.1 mm
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.1 mm which is wider than 53.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.79 mm
Thickness
7.79 mm
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.79 mm which is thinner than 81.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% 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
87,780 cm³
Device volume
87,780 cm³
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,780 cm³ which is smaller than 72.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
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realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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.
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 0.51 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.79 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.79 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.4 GHz & 6 x 2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.4 GHz & 6 x 2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 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
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 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.
  • 0.51 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.79 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.79 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 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
  • 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 6300
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    20.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No NFC
    NFC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 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 aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 5.44x less popular
    realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 3.5% worse value for money
    realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.09 vs 7.3).
    7.09 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6300
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 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
  • 56.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    1,364
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,364 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,364 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 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
  • 17% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    782
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (782 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    782 vs 942
  • 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
  • 21.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1978
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1978 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,978 vs 2,533
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    20.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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.
    1.28 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
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1440 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 15.40x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • No NFC
    NFC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    1500:1
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1500:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 420 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    580 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (580 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    580 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 12.1% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    580 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (580 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    580 nits vs 660 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
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 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 mm taller
    Height
    165.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.6 mm vs 163.6 mm

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What we like about realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Reliable and strong overall performance, especially for gaming and multitasking.
  • Excellent battery life and endurance, often lasting over a full day of use or long gaming sessions.
  • Fast charging support (45W SUPERVOOC) quickly replenishes the battery.
  • Main 50MP rear camera captures good details, sharpness, and natural colors in daylight photos.
  • Effective vapor chamber cooling system helps manage heat well during heavy use.
  • Durable build with an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance, and ArmorShell drop protection.
  • Inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack is a notable bonus for users with wired earphones.
  • Generous amounts of RAM and expandable storage options.
  • Dual stereo speakers offer decent volume and audio output.
  • Good value for money in the mid-range segment.

What we don't like about realme 13 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • The standard model uses an IPS LCD display instead of the preferred AMOLED, which impacts color vibrancy and contrast.
  • The display can appear dim in direct sunlight and some users experience eye strain, possibly due to PWM.
  • Software (Realme UI 5.0) comes with a lot of pre-installed bloatware and occasional ad notifications.
  • Lack of an ultrawide or telephoto camera lens, limiting versatility in photography.
  • Selfie camera performance is considered average, sometimes producing soft or pixelated images in low light.
  • Some inconsistencies in the camera's portrait mode edge detection and bokeh effect.
  • Speaker quality, while loud, can be underwhelming at higher volumes with some distortion.
  • The overall design language is very similar to other recent Realme phones, which some reviewers found uninspired.

Verdict

The Realme 13 5G in the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration is a mid-range smartphone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G chipset and running Android 14. Its main characteristics include a large 6.72-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, a capable 50MP main rear camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) paired with a 2MP depth sensor, and a robust 5,000mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging. Key pros are the large, smooth display, decent performance for everyday tasks and casual gaming, the inclusion of OIS on the main camera for clearer shots, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an IP64 rating for basic dust and splash resistance. A primary con is that the display is an IPS LCD panel and not the more vibrant AMOLED found in some competitors or the higher-end realme 13+ model, and its peak brightness of 580 nits can be somewhat dim in direct sunlight.

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