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realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 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.

6.5/10

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 59% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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 55% of models
Score components

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 55%
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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
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<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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Where to buy
    N/A~ £250
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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 55% of models
Score components:

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

6.5
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
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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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
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
â–¼
<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 7300 Energy
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy processor which is faster than processors in 60.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
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
2.5 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 14
Android version
Android 14
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
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
50 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
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
18 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 18 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 92.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.6 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.6 µm which is smaller than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 1.4% of smartphones.
1.2 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
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% 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
395 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
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
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
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
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
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
161.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.7 mm which is shorter than 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Width
74.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.7 mm which is narrower than 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.6 mm which is thinner than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.5% of smartphones.
Weight
185 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 185 g which is lighter than 78.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
83,398 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 83,398 cm³ which is smaller than 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
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realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (6000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    6,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 27.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,744 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,744 vs 10,783
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Boost 2, AI Eye Protection, AI Photo Enhancement, AI Smart Summary, AI Screen Translation
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 1,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 27.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,744 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,744 vs 10,783
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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
  • 11.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,052 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,052 vs 942
  • 17.2% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,969 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,969 vs 2,533
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Boost 2, AI Eye Protection, AI Photo Enhancement, AI Smart Summary, AI Screen Translation
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • 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)
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (6000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    6,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 1,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 285.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,179 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,179 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    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
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (185 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    185 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 43.8% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (18 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    18 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    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
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 0.2 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    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.
    1.2 binned
    0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 5.44x less popular
    realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6,200 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone has 10,300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 Energy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 43.8% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (18 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    18 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    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
  • 0.2 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    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.
    1.2 binned
    0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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.
  • 25% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (180 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP65 vs IP67

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Tech Selly
≈ estimated
15/10/2024
Month-long review · daily use, battery and gaming tests
Verdict
realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G is good value for gaming and battery life, but the camera and bloatware hold it back.
7.0
Sistech Banna
≈ estimated
23/09/2024
Week-long review · performance, camera and battery
Verdict
realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G offers good performance for the price, but its cameras are weak and it is not suited to 90 FPS gaming.
7.0
Phone Stein
≈ estimated
10/11/2024
Long-term test · comparison with a rival phone
Verdict
realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G suits gamers and anyone who wants comfort and fast charging; the rival phone is also very good.
Overview video
Shop video
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

mobigyaan.com
09/09/2024
Review · Value gaming phone
Verdict
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G is a smooth gaming phone with a fast chip and 45W charging, offering great value for money for performance-focused buyers.
C
cashify.in
18/10/2024
Summary of the review
Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G Review: A Budget-Friendly Surprise?
gizmochina.com
20/10/2024
Hands-on test · Gaming phone
Verdict
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G is a gaming-focused phone with a 120Hz OLED and a long battery, but its camera has no optical stabilization.
giznext.com
10/09/2024
Expert review · Performance phone
Verdict
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G runs demanding games well, but its cluttered interface and hybrid SIM slot hold it back.
gizmochina.com
20/10/2024
Gaming review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G reaches 80+ FPS in BGMI and COD: Mobile, but without optical stabilization its video is less steady.
pc-tablet.com
09/09/2024
Extended use · Gaming phone
Verdict
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G is a strong gaming phone with a 120Hz OLED and a good low-light main camera, but its 2MP secondary lens adds little.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent value for money in its price range.
  • Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset ensures smooth and lag-free performance, especially for gaming.
  • Vibrant 6.67-inch OLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness (2000 nits).
  • Stylish and premium-feeling design, with a slim and lightweight profile.
  • Good build quality with an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance.
  • 45W SuperVOOC fast charging quickly recharges the 5000mAh battery.
  • Effective vapor cooling system helps manage heat during intense use.
  • Comes with Android 14 (Realme UI 5.0) and minimal bloatware that can often be uninstalled.
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and stereo speakers.
  • Strong and reliable 5G network connectivity.

What customers don't like about realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • Mixed reviews on battery life; some users report fast drainage, especially with heavy use or after software updates.
  • Camera performance is generally considered average or just decent, not exceptional, particularly in low light conditions.
  • Some users experience heating issues during extended gaming sessions or video calls.
  • The camera setup lacks an ultra-wide-angle lens.
  • Video recording lacks OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), affecting stability.
  • A few users reported software bugs or performance issues after major UI updates.
  • Some users noted performance can be inconsistent, with occasional lag or automatic restarts.

Verdict

The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB) is a performance-focused mid-range smartphone, driven by the 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset and running Android 14 with Realme UI 5.0. It features a vibrant 6.67-inch, 120Hz OLED display with a 2000 nits peak brightness and a large 5,000mAh battery supporting 45W fast charging. The main pros include its powerful processor for the price segment, fluid display, solid build quality with an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Potential drawbacks may involve average camera performance, especially in low light conditions, the presence of some bloatware apps, and occasional heating during very intensive gaming sessions.

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Graphic comparison of realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G (12GB + 256GB) and other smartphones

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