Realme has officially launched its latest budget-friendly smartphone, the Realme C61, in Kenya. This phone, flaunting an unbreakable design, is ready to take on the rigors of daily life while keeping your pockets happy.
The Realme C61 sports a 5,000mAh battery with 15W fast charging via USB-C, promising up to two days of juice at an equally attractive price point. Available in Sparkle Gold and Dark Green, the Realme C61 comes in two storage options: Kshs 15,599 for the 6GB+128GB variant and Ksh 18,499 for the 6GB+256GB model. The storage is expandable via a dedicated microSD card slot.
Realme C61 specs and features:
- Battery and charging: 5,000mAh battery with a 4-year health guarantee, paired with 15W fast charging via a USB Type-C port.
- Display: 6.745-inch HD+ Eye Comfort Display with a 90Hz refresh rate, 560nits brightness in high-brightness mode, and a 90.3% screen-to-body ratio.
- Memory and storage: Up to 6GB + 12GB dynamic RAM and 128GB/256GB ROM. Keep in mind, though, that 12GB of the 18GB RAM is virtual, so don’t expect lightning-fast speeds.
- Software: Android 14 with Realme UI
- Chipset: UNISOC T612 octa-core processor. Here’s the thing — while this chipset is solid for basic tasks, it’s not exactly the high-performance powerhouse. But hey, at this price, something’s gotta give.
- Camera: A 50MP AI main camera for decent shots paired with a 0.08 MP auxiliary lens, and a 5MP selfie camera – perfect for social media uploads.
- Build and durability: Tough enough with an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance, all wrapped up in a slim 7.84mm body weighing in at 188g.
- Extra perks: 3.5mm headphone jack, dual 4G standby, rainwater smart touch, AI noise reduction for calls, and even air gesture control for a little extra flair.
The Realme C61 does come with a few trade-offs, particularly the Unisoc T612 chipset, which is likely the reason for the phone’s wallet-friendly pricing. While it won’t be blazing through demanding tasks, it’s a solid option for everyday use and should appeal to budget-conscious users who need a reliable device.
Realme is clearly gunning for the budget segment with this one, and they’ve packed just enough into the C61 to make it a compelling choice for users who don’t want to break the bank but still need a phone that can keep up with their daily grind.
