C51
90Hz budget with Dynamic Island-style mini-capsule UI.
The Realme C51 is a budget Realme smartphone released Aug 2023, with a launch price of $129. It pairs the Unisoc Tiger T612 with a 6.74" HD+ IPS LCD, 90Hz display, a 50 MP + 0.08 MP B&W main camera and a 5000 mAh, 33W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 55/100 — Why pick the Realme C51? Standout strengths: 33w charging unheard of at $129 and 90hz lcd smoother than rivals. Main trade-off: hd-only resolution disappoints on big 6.74" panel.
Why pick the Realme C51?
Realme made the C51 the cheapest 33W-charging phone on the market — for users who scroll TikTok all day and panic-charge in the morning, that single feature carries the value proposition almost by itself.
Read the full review- 33W charging unheard of at $129
- 90Hz LCD smoother than rivals
- Realme's mini-capsule UI is fun
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the C51 compares
| C51 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | C55 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 55 | 89 | 56 |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T612 | SD 8 Elite | Helio G88 |
| Display | 6.74" HD+ IPS LCD, 90Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.72" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP + 0.08 MP B&W | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 64 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, 33W | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $129 | $1,299 | $179 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the C51 released?
The C51 was released in Aug 2023.
How much does the C51 cost?
The C51 launched at $129 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the C51 screen size and type?
The C51 has a 6.74" HD+ IPS LCD, 90Hz display.
What chipset does the C51 use?
The C51 is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T612 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the C51 have?
The C51 ships with 4 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the C51 battery capacity?
The C51 has a 5000 mAh, 33W battery.
What is the C51 main camera?
The C51 has a 50 MP + 0.08 MP B&W main camera.
Does the C51 have a headphone jack?
The C51 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the C51 weigh?
The C51 weighs 186 g.
What colours does the C51 come in?
The C51 is available in 2 colours: Mint Green, Carbon Black.
Is the C51 worth buying?
Realme made the C51 the cheapest 33W-charging phone on the market — for users who scroll TikTok all day and panic-charge in the morning, that single feature carries the value proposition almost by itself. SpecEagle gives the C51 an editorial score of 55/100.
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