Realme, a Chinese technology company, has introduced a new smartphone in our Local Markets. The Realme C55 has a lot to offer, and it is a smartphone that seeks to convince the masses with its high-end features. This latest addition to the C series has exciting features such as a 90Hz display, MediaTek Helio G88 chipset, 64MP primary camera, and 5000mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support. The phone is available on Gadgets Leo at KSh20,499. Below, we have gone through the phone’s design, display, performance, camera, and battery life to help you make a better purchase decision.

Realme C55 Key Specs & Price In Kenya

Price
Performance	Mediatek Helio G88 (12nm)
Camera	64MP+2MP
Display Size	6.72 Inches
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh
Storage	128GB
Memory	6 GB RAM

Realme C55 price in Kenya is KSh20,499. This is the 6GB RAM / 128GB internal storage variant of the Realme C55, available in Sun Shower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest.

Design

The Realme C55 has an elegant design with a slim body measuring 165.6 x 75.9 x 7.9 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.31 inch) and 189.5 grams (6.70 oz). The smartphone has three colour options: Sun Shower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest. The phone’s back has a sleek matte finish that provides a comfortable grip and minimizes fingerprint smudges. The phone’s front is adorned with a 6.72-inch FHD+ IPS LCD screen that features a mini capsule that provides crucial details such as the status of the phone battery charge, notifications for low battery, data consumption, as well as the number of steps taken and walking distance covered throughout the day.

Display

The Realme C55’s display is a 6.72-inch FHD+ IPS LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, and up to 680 nits of brightness. The phone has a screen resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a ratio of 20:9, with a pixel density of 392 PPI. The phone’s display is bright and vibrant, with crisp text and clear images. The 90Hz refresh rate ensures smooth scrolling and reduces motion blur, making it ideal for gaming and watching videos.

Performance

The Realme C55 is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G88 12nm processor with Dual 2GHz Cortex-A75 + Hexa 2GHz 6x Cortex-A55 CPUs an ARM Mali-G52 GPU. The device comes with  6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of storage, which are expandable up to 1TB with a microSD card. The phone runs on Android 13 with Realme UI 4.0, which is easy to navigate and provides a clean user interface. The phone’s processor provides a smooth user experience, with quick app launches, snappy multitasking, and smooth gameplay.

Camera

The Realme C55 boasts a 64MP primary camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and an LED flash at the back. The primary camera takes sharp, detailed photos with good dynamic range and accurate colours. The phone’s camera also has features like night mode, HDR, panorama, and portrait mode, which provide various options for photography enthusiasts. The front camera is an 8MP shooter that takes decent selfies with good details and natural skin tones.

Battery Life

The Realme C55 has a massive 5000mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support. The battery easily lasts for a full day with heavy usage, and the phone’s fast charging technology ensures that the battery can be fully charged in over an hour. The phone’s battery life is impressive, and it can last up to two days with light to moderate usage.

Should you buy the Realme C55?

The decision to buy the Realme C55 ultimately depends on your personal preferences and needs. If you are looking for a smartphone with a good camera, smooth performance, and long battery life, the Realme C55 may be a good option. The 90Hz display and fast charging support are also great features to have.

However, this phone may not meet your expectations if you prioritize features such as 5G connectivity or a high-end processor. Additionally, if you are on a tight budget, consider other smartphones in the same price range before making a final decision.

Overall, the Realme C55 offers a good balance of features at an affordable price. It could be a good choice for a mid-range smartphone with decent performance and camera capabilities.