Realme, a popular smartphone brand known for its budget-friendly offerings, has unveiled its latest addition to the C series – the Realme C63. This entry-level phone caters to users looking for a smartphone that prioritizes a long-lasting battery, a large display, and a triple-camera system, all at an affordable price point. Let’s take a closer look at what the Realme C63 has to offer.

Display and Design

The Realme C63 boasts a large 6.75-inch display with a waterdrop notch at the top housing the front-facing camera. The display utilizes a 720 x 1600 resolution, offering a decent viewing experience for everyday tasks like browsing the web or watching videos. While not the sharpest on the market, the resolution keeps costs down, making it a suitable choice for budget-conscious users.

The design of the Realme C63 adheres to a very familiar formula with even more familiar design cues. The back panel is constructed from plastic and features a glossy finish that comes in two colour options: Leather Blue and Jade Green. A rectangular camera module on the back houses the triple-lens camera system and LED flash. A fingerprint sensor is conveniently located on the back for added security.

Performance and Battery

Under the hood, the Realme C63 is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T612 processor, a chipset commonly found in budget smartphones. While it won’t be a powerhouse for demanding games, it should handle everyday tasks like social media browsing, messaging, and web browsing with ease. The phone comes in two RAM configurations: 6GB and 8GB, paired with 128GB of internal storage.

One of the highlights of the Realme C63 is its massive 5000mAh battery. According to Realme, this battery can deliver a full day’s worth of usage on a single charge, making it ideal for users who are on the go and don’t want to worry about running out of juice in the middle of the day. The phone supports 18W fast charging, which helps to reduce charging times.

Camera System and UI

The Realme C63 features a triple-camera system on the back, consisting of a 50-megapixel main sensor, an 8-megapixel secondary sensor, and a black and white sensor. The front-facing camera for selfies is clocked at 8-megapixels.

The smartphone on Realme UI, a custom interface based on Android 12. This user interface provides a familiar Android experience with some additional customizations from Realme. The phone also boasts basic features like dual SIM card support, a microSD card slot for expandable storage, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It’s worth noting that Realme hasn’t announced any guarantees for updates for its C series smartphones.

Pricing & Availability

The Realme C63 comes in two memory configurations, with confirmed pricing available for the Indonesian market:

• 6GB RAM + 128GB storage: Starting price of IDR 1,499,000 (approx. RM578, approx. USD $138) – Available on Realme Indonesia
• 8GB RAM + 128GB storage: IDR 2,299,000 (approx. RM883, approx. USD $209)

Specific details on the Malaysian launch date are yet to be announced.