realme C63 review: The most durable realme phone yet!

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Back flatlay - realme C63

The realme C63 is the latest addition to realme’s lineup, promising a blend of quality, durability, and advanced features. Here’s an in-depth look at what makes this smartphone a compelling choice.

Back realme logo – realme C63

realme C63 design and build quality

The realme C63 sports a sleek design with a slim profile of 7.74mm and a weight ranging from 189g (Jade Green) to 191g (Leather Blue). The Jade Green variant features a shimmering finish, while the Leather Blue variant offers a premium vegan leather texture, enhancing grip and comfort. Both designs have undergone rigorous durability tests, including abrasion and drop tests, ensuring longevity.

Notch selfie camera – realme C63

realme C63 display

The C63 boasts a 6.7” HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth visuals and vibrant colors. It features dual light sensors and customized brightness levels, including a low brightness mode down to 1 Nit, making it comfortable for use in various lighting conditions. The Rainwater Smart Touch technology ensures touch accuracy even when the screen is wet.

Netflix playback specifications – realme C63

realme C63 performance

Under the hood, the realme C63 is powered by the Unisoc T612 processor, which offers efficient performance for everyday tasks and moderate gaming. It supports dual 4G SIM cards and includes 8GB of RAM, expandable up to 16GB with Dynamic RAM Expansion. The device runs on realme UI based on Android 14, providing a clean and intuitive user experience.

Cameras – realme C63

realme C63 camera

The realme C63 is equipped with a 50MP AI main camera capable of capturing detailed and high-resolution images. It also features various modes such as Portrait, Night, and dedicated filters to enhance your photography experience.

The 8MP front camera ensures clear selfies and video calls.

Speakers charging port – realme C63

realme C63 battery and charging

One of the standout features of the C63 is its 5000mAh battery, supported by 45W SUPERVOOC charging. This technology allows the phone to charge from 0% to 50% in just 30 minutes and fully charge in 79 minute.

The device also includes 38 safety protections and intelligent charging algorithms, ensuring fast and safe charging.

Power button, volume rocker – realme C63

realme C63 durability

The realme C63 is built to withstand the rigors of daily use. It has earned certifications from TÜV Rheinland for safe and fast charging and high reliability. The Leather Blue variant has passed extensive tests, including a denim abrasion test (200,000 times) and an eraser abrasion test (20,000 times).

Chin – realme C63

The device also features IP54 dust and water resistance, protecting it against everyday elements like dust and splashes of water. Additionally, the aluminum camera deco adds strength to the camera module, ensuring that the phone can handle accidental drops and bumps without compromising its functionality.

Triple card slot – realme C63

Verdict

The realme C63 is a well-rounded smartphone that excels in durability and battery life. It really is nice to see brands starting to value durability – something that has been neglected in this age of planned obsolesence.

We can only wish for its success – something that would undoubtedly inspire other brands to follow suit.

Priced at P8,999 in the Philippines, the C63 offers a reliable and enjoyable experience for casual users.

realme C63 specs

  • Colors: Jade Green, Leather Blue
  • Dimensions: 7.74mm thickness
  • Weight: 189g (Jade Green), 191g (Leather Blue)
  • Build: Premium vegan leather (Leather Blue), shimmering finish (Jade Green)
  • Certifications: IP54 dust and water resistance, TÜV Rheinland Safe Fast-Charge System Certification, realme Lab High Reliability Certification

Display

  • Size: 6.7 inches
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1600)
  • Refresh Rate: 90Hz
  • Brightness: 450 Nits (standard), 560 Nits (HBM), Customized lowest brightness (1 Nit)
  • Features: Rainwater Smart Touch, Dual Light Sensors

Processor

  • Chipset: Unisoc T612
  • CPU: Octa-core (2x Cortex-A75 at 1.82GHz + 6x Cortex-A55 at 1.8GHz)
  • GPU: Mali-G57

Memory

  • RAM: 8GB
  • Storage: 256GB
  • Expandable Storage: Up to 2TB via microSD
  • Dynamic RAM Expansion: Up to 8GB (total RAM up to 16GB)

Camera

  • Rear Camera: 50MP AI camera
    • Features: Portrait Mode, Night Mode, Filters, Watermarks
    • Video: Up to 1080p @ 30fps
  • Front Camera: 8MP
    • Features: FoV of 78°, Aperture of f/2.0
    • Video: Up to 720p @ 30fps

Battery and Charging

  • Battery: 5000mAh
  • Charging: 45W SUPERVOOC
    • Charging Times: 0% to 50% in 30 minutes, 0% to 100% in 79 minutes
    • Safety: 38 safety protections, TÜV Rheinland Certified

Connectivity

  • SIM: Dual nano-SIM
  • Network: Dual 4G standby
  • Ports: USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Others: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi

Software

  • Operating System: realme UI based on Android 14

Audio

  • Speaker: 200% UltraBoom speaker

Additional Features

  • AI Noise Reduction
  • Air Gestures
  • Dynamic Button
  • Mini Capsule 2.0
  • Riding Mode
  • Customized Lowest Brightness (1 Nit)
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