The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Realme today presented a new entry-level smartphone, the Realme C61. The device comes with a metal frame and represents one of the first Realme C series phones equipped with IP54 dust and water resistance, a non-negligible detail that raises the standards of durability.
Realme C61 official in India, a super entry-level with metal body
The Realme C61 is powered by the chipset Unisoc T612 and is offered with 4 GB or 6 GB of RAM. The display is a LCD panel with HD+ resolution. Despite the simplicity of its screen, the C61 promises smooth and reliable performance for the average user.
La main camera on the back has a 32 MP sensor, flanked by a "depth sensor", which together should guarantee satisfactory shots for its price range. There Battery capacity is 5000mAh and Realme promises that it will retain 80% of its capacity after 1.000 charging cycles, a commitment that underlines the company's focus on product longevity.
The phone is described as “hard as steel” and has as-yet-unconfirmed reinforced glass, which has earned the TUV Rheinland certification for high reliability. These features suggest that the Realme C61 is not just a budget device, but also a long-term investment for those looking for a durable and reliable phone.
Often, the most affordable devices are purchased by lower-income customers who don't have much room to spend on repairs. Therefore, it's encouraging to see that even low-end devices are starting to take durability seriously.
The Realme C61 will be available in India in Safari Green and Marble Black colors starting June 28th. The price is set at 7699 Indian Rupees (approximately 85 euros at the current exchange rate) for the version with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, 8499 Indian Rupees (around 95 euros) for the 4GB + 128GB version, and 8999 Indian Rupees (around 100 euros) for the 6GB + 128GB model. So the C61 is positioned as a competitive option in the market, a device that does not compromise on quality despite its low price.
