Launch report · Realme

Realme X50 5G: Affordable Snapdragon 765G 5G phone with 120Hz.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jan 2020·$400·Score 78/100

Realme X50 5G was one of the first affordable 5G phones — Snapdragon 765G with 120Hz at $400 in early 2020, when most 5G phones were still $700+. A defining device for Realme's aggressive 5G adoption.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.57" FHD+ IPS 120Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 765G
RAM
6/8/12 GB
Storage
128/256 GB
Battery
4200 mAh, VOOC 30W
Main camera
64 MP + 8 MP UW + 12 MP 2x + 2 MP macro
Weight
202 g
What stands out
  • Snapdragon 765G 5G + 120Hz at $400
  • 64 MP quad cam with 2x tele
  • Stereo + 3.5 mm + Wi-Fi 6
What to watch
  • IPS not AMOLED
  • Dual punch-hole eats screen space
  • 2 MP macro filler
The phone it has to beat
Galaxy Note 10+
$1099 · score 90/100