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Overview
A basic smartphone for the casual user, the Realme C21 model is a great budget phone option in Malaysia that offers decent battery life and camera quality. Running on the MediaTek Helio G35 (12nm) chipset with 4GB RAM and 64GB of expandable internal storage, the Realme C21 ticks all the necessary boxes for a smooth performance to run everyday apps and place calls. A bonus feature is its reverse-charging capabilities that can come in handy when your friends and family are all Oppo users.
Specification
| Release | |
| Release Date | March 2021 |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
| RAM & Storage | 32GB, 3GB RAM |
| External Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| OS | Android 10, realme UI 1.0 |
| Battery | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery Charging 10W Reverse charging |
| Screen | |
| Display size | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~80.8% screen-to-body ratio) 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) |
| Display type | IPS LCD |
| Body | |
| Dimension | 165.2 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| Body Type | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| Colors | Cross Black, Cross Blue |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Data Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
| Sensors | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio |
| Camera & Video | |
| Rear Camera | Triple : 13MP (main) + 2MP (telephoto) +2MP (black and white lens) |
| Front Camera | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0″, 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps Selfie: 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama Selfie: HDR, panorama |
| Audio | |
| Loud Speaker | Yes |
| Sound Jack | Yes |
| Radio | FM radio |
FAQ
1. What is the Realme C21 price in Malaysia?
The Realme C21 price in Malaysia goes for retail at RM499 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM.
2. What is the Realme C21 powered by?
The Realme C21 is powered by the chipset – MediaTek Helio G35 (12 nm).
3. What is the display size of the Realme C21?
The Realme C21 features a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD In-cell Display.
4. Does the Realme C21 have Gorilla Glass protection?
Yes, the Realme C21’s display comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection and a waterdrop notch that houses the selfie camera.
5. What are the camera specs on Realme C21?
The Realme C21 has a triple rear camera made up of a 13MP PDAF f/2.2 aperture (wide) + 2MP Macro, f/2.4 aperture + 2MP Depth Sensor, f/2.4 aperture. At the front, its selfie camera is a 5MP, f/2.2 aperture (wide).
6. Does the Realme C21 have a fingerprint sensor?
Yes, the Realme C21 comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.
7. Does the Realme C21 support OTG?
Yes, the Realme C21 supports USB On-The-Go, as well as microUSB 2.0.
8. Does the Realme C21 have fast charging?
Yes, the Realme C21 comes with a 5,000 mAh battery and supports 10W fast charging.
9. How do you reverse charge in Realme C21?
This requires turning on the OTG function and connecting your Realme C21 to other phones via the OTG cable.
10. What are the Realme C21 WLAN details?
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
11. Is the Realme C21 good for gaming?
The Realme C21 is a decent gaming phone sufficient for online games like PUBG or Mobile Legends. With the HyperEngine technology, the powerful G35 processor enables a smooth and balanced performance throughout gaming with its peak speed reaching 2.3GHz.
12. Which is better – Realme C21 vs Realme C25?
At around the same price range in Malaysia, the Realme C21 and C25 both share the same G.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD display and camera setup. If you are looking for a basic phone to perform everyday tasks and capture some decent shots, the Realme C21 is enough to meet your needs. Meanwhile, if you are looking to do more intense multitasking and gaming sessions, the Realme C25 running on Android 11 and the upgraded Helio G70 chipset should be the one to go for.
Is the Realme C21 worth buying?
The Realme C21 offers a compact, decent Android experience for everyone on a tight budget. It is a good battery phone with a 13 MP triple rear camera and expandable storage that maxes out at 256GB. However, if your priority is in performance and you can’t stand slow and laggy screen loads, definitely avoid buying the Realme C21.