C35
Slim 8.1 mm budget Realme with FHD+ panel.
The Realme C35 is a budget Realme smartphone released Feb 2022, with a launch price of $169. It pairs the Unisoc Tiger T616 with a 6.6" FHD+ IPS LCD, 60Hz display, a 50 MP + 2 MP macro + 0.3 MP B&W main camera and a 5000 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — Why pick the Realme C35? Standout strengths: fhd+ panel at sub-$200 was rare in 2022 and slim 8.1 mm chassis. Main trade-off: unisoc t616 chugs in modern games.
Why pick the Realme C35?
Realme leaned into the spec-sheet flex on the C35 — a true Full HD panel and a 50 MP camera at a price point that usually meant 720p — and shipped a million units in its first weeks on the strength of those two bullet points.
Read the full review- FHD+ panel at sub-$200 was rare in 2022
- Slim 8.1 mm chassis
- 18W charging tops up faster than rivals
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the C35 compares
| C35 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | C55 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 56 | 89 | 56 |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T616 | SD 8 Elite | Helio G88 |
| Display | 6.6" FHD+ IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.72" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP + 2 MP macro + 0.3 MP B&W | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 64 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, 18W | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $169 | $1,299 | $179 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the C35 released?
The C35 was released in Feb 2022.
How much does the C35 cost?
The C35 launched at $169 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the C35 screen size and type?
The C35 has a 6.6" FHD+ IPS LCD, 60Hz display.
What chipset does the C35 use?
The C35 is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T616 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the C35 have?
The C35 ships with 4/6 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the C35 battery capacity?
The C35 has a 5000 mAh, 18W battery.
What is the C35 main camera?
The C35 has a 50 MP + 2 MP macro + 0.3 MP B&W main camera.
Does the C35 have a headphone jack?
The C35 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the C35 weigh?
The C35 weighs 189 g.
What colours does the C35 come in?
The C35 is available in 2 colours: Glowing Black, Glowing Green.
Is the C35 worth buying?
Realme leaned into the spec-sheet flex on the C35 — a true Full HD panel and a 50 MP camera at a price point that usually meant 720p — and shipped a million units in its first weeks on the strength of those two bullet points. SpecEagle gives the C35 an editorial score of 56/100.
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