Overview
Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
The Realme Note 1 5G is Realme's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Mediatek Dimensity 7050, ram of 8 GB, storage of 256 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 19,990 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7050 |
| CPU | 2.6 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Display | 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Operating System | Android v14 |
| Graphics | Mali-G68 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 67W Dart Charge |
| Rear Camera | 108 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 26mm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) |
| Front Camera | 16 MP ƒ/2.5 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole, Screen Flash |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels |
| Model | Note 1 5G |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Colors | Black, Green, Gold |
| Type | Color OLED Screen (1.07 Billion) |
| Touch | Yes, 360 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:1.9 |
| Ppi | ~ 394 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 90.4% |
| Glass Type | 0.65mm Double-Reinforced Glass |
| Features | 2160Hz PWM Dimming, 1260Hz instantaneous sampling rate, Contrast Ratio: 5000000:1, Color gamut: 100% DCI-P3, Curved Display, Brightness Adjustment: 20,000 Level |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Curved Display | Yes |
| Expandable Ram | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| 5g | Yes |
| 5g Bands | n1/n3/n5/n8/n28A/n40/n41/n77/n78 |
| Volte | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Dual Band |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| Usb Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Gps | Yes with A-GPS, Beidou, Glonass |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Extra Features | Dual Speakers, Support Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio Certification |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Camera Features | 100MP Mode, Auto-zoom, Street Photography Mode, Super NightScape, Pano, Professional Mode, Portrait Mode, Bokeh, HDR, AI Scene Recognition, AI Beauty, Filters, Tilt-Shift, Text Scanner, Portrait Distortion Correction, One Take, Super Group Portrait |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 960 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Custom Ui | Realme UI 4.0 |
| Core Details | 2xCortex-A78@ 2.6GHz & 6xCortex-A55@2.0 GHz |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Music | AAC, HE-AAC v1, HE-AAC v2, AMR, AWB, MIDI, MP3, OGG VORBIS |
| Video | MP4, 3GP, 3G2, 3GPP2, M4V, MKV |
| Fm Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Bezel Less | Yes |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
Editor Verdict
4.0/5
Editorial rating
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Performance
4.5
Camera
4.0
Battery Backup
4.0
Display
4.0
Value for Money
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
Realme Note 1 5G
This model |
Honor 20S
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Huawei Honor 10i
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7050 | HiSilicon Kirin 810 | HiSilicon Kirin 710 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.26 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels | 6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Graphics | Mali-G68 | — | Mali-G51 MP4 |
| OS | Android v14 | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key specifications of Realme Note 1 5G?
Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 7050. RAM: 8 GB. Storage: 256 GB. Display: 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz. Resolution: 1080 x 2412 pixels. Operating System: Android v14.
What is the display of Realme Note 1 5G?
6.67 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz with 1080 x 2412 pixels resolution.
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