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realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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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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Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 58% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.8

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.9

Connectivity

4%

8.0

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 62%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 71%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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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 62% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.8

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.9

Connectivity

4%

8.0

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

6.3
User score
User score
8.2/ 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 71% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 78% of models
Popularity:
realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.2 points, which is higher than 78.2% of smartphones.
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.3
Brand name
realme
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 920
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor model which is slower than processors in 56.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
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
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 79.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 75.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.4 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.4 inches which is smaller than the screens of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
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
411 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 411 ppi which is higher than that of 69.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
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
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
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
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.2 mm which is shorter than 79.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
73.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.3 mm which is narrower than 88.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.99 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.99 mm which is thinner than 70.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Weight
181 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 181 g which is lighter than 84.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,760 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,760 cm³ which is smaller than 91.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 24.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,396 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,396 vs 10,783
  • 38.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1086 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,086 min vs 786 min
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 2.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 10
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    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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    the average smartphone
    realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.20 vs 8.000).
    8.2 vs 8
  • 50.7% more popular
    realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.19 vs 5.4).
    8.19 vs 5.44
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 24.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,396 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,396 vs 10,783
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.2% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.79 & f/2.2 & 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/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 4.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (411 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    411 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 38.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1086 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,086 min vs 786 min
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 7.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (181 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    181 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 3.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.31 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.99 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 16.4% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81760 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    81,760 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 50% less L3 cache
    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
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (2 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    2.0 vs 3.2
  • 19% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (763 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    763 vs 942
  • 48.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (634 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    634 vs 1,226
  • 26.5% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (2,288 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    2,288 vs 3,115
  • 8.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,312 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    2,312 vs 2,533
  • Lacks focus mode
    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
    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
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 381.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (512 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    512 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2022
    2022 vs 2024

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manilashaker.com
08/07/2022
Summary of the review
realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Review – Everything That You Need To Know
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mobigyaan.com
30/05/2022
Summary of the review
realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Review - Hands-on & First Impressions
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tech.hindustantimes.com
27/05/2022
Summary of the review
[Hindustan Times] Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Review: A good option for gaming
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realme.com.en2de.search.translate.goog
18/05/2022
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Third-party reviews

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent price-to-performance ratio, particularly for gaming with the MediaTek Dimensity 920 chipset.
  • Vibrant 90Hz Super AMOLED display that offers a great multimedia experience with good brightness for outdoor use.
  • Long-lasting 5000mAh battery that can easily last a full day of heavy use or up to two days with moderate use.
  • 33W fast charging support is effective, reaching around 50% charge in about 31 minutes.
  • The in-display fingerprint sensor is generally reported as fast and responsive.
  • Dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos provide an immersive audio experience, though not the loudest.
  • Good build quality and a lightweight design, making it ergonomic and comfortable to hold.
  • The primary 48MP camera takes detailed, good quality photos in well-lit conditions.

What we don't like about realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware (unwanted apps) in the user interface.
  • The camera performance suffers in low-light conditions, with noisy or grainy results.
  • Videos lack proper stabilization (EIS or OIS) and video recording is capped at 4K 30fps.
  • The ultra-wide and macro cameras are not very impressive, with details often lost in ultra-wide shots.
  • The back panel of the phone can vibrate when audio is played at high volumes.
  • Some users reported minor heating issues, especially during prolonged gaming sessions or with certain software updates.
  • Lack of an external memory card slot (microSD) which may be a dealbreaker for some users.
  • Some users noted occasional screen stutters or minor software bugs after major OS updates (e.g., to Android 13/14).

Verdict

The Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a powerful mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1000 nits. It is powered by the 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G processor, ensuring smooth performance for gaming and multitasking with its 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. The camera setup includes a 48MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro lens, along with a 16MP front camera, while a 5000mAh battery with 33W Dart fast charging keeps it running all day. Key pros are the vibrant AMOLED display, excellent processor for the price, solid battery life, and fast charging support; however, cons include a significant amount of pre-installed bloatware, a subpar macro camera, and potential software bugs or battery drain issues after major OS updates.

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