The Realme 10 smartphone series was launched on November 9 with four different models. Realme 10 4G comes as the vanilla version of the discussed lineup. And just two days later, on November 11th, the Shenzhen-based tech brand quietly unveiled a 5G variant of the same model, named Realme 10 5G. Visually, these two new devices look very similar. But apart from connectivity, the two models are very different from each other in terms of features as well. In this case many will choose Realme 10 5G for having 5G connectivity. But let's note that the 4G-enabled model also offers several interesting features.
So let's find out which model will be the best Realme 10 5G or Realme 10 4G in terms of price and features.
Realme 10 5G vs Realme 10 4G: Display, Sensors
The Realme 10 5G smartphone features a 6.6-inch Full HD Plus (2,400 x 1,080 pixels) IPS LCD display panel. The display has a teardrop notch style design and offers a 90 Hz refresh rate, 180 Hz touch sampling rate, 20.06:9 aspect ratio, 401 ppi pixel density, 400 nits peak brightness and 90.4% screen-to-body ratio. And as a security feature, it will get a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
The Realme 10 4G phone features a 6.4-inch Full HD Plus (2,400 x 1,080 pixels) Super AMOLED display, which offers a 90Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate and a 20:9 aspect ratio. For security, this new 4G phone will get a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Realme 10 5G vs Realme 10 4G: Processor, Operating System, RAM, Storage
Realme 10 5G smartphone uses MediaTek Dimension 700 processor to offer better performance and multicasting. As for storage, it has a maximum of 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.2 ROM. However, apart from the fixed RAM, the device additionally offers 6 GB of virtual RAM. Besides, the internal storage of the phone can be expanded through microSD card. However, this 5G model from Realme is powered by Android 12 based Realme UI 3.0 custom skin.
On the other hand, Realme 10 4G smartphone has MediaTek Helio G99 processor for performance. It will get up to 8 GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128 GB storage. Although the device additionally supports up to 8 GB of virtual RAM. It runs Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0 custom skin, which brings support for Always On Display (AOD) among other features.
Realme 10 5G vs Realme 10 4G: Camera setup
The Realme 10 5G smartphone has a triple rear camera setup for taking pictures. These cameras are – a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel macro lens and an AI lens. It also has an 8-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calling.
For photography, the Realme 10 4G phone will feature a dual camera setup with LED flash on the back panel. These cameras are – 50 megapixel primary sensor and 2 megapixel macro sensor. And for selfies and video calling, it has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.
Realme 10 5G vs Realme 10 4G: Battery, Connectivity Options
For connectivity, the Realme 10 5G smartphone – includes dual SIM slots, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS and a 3.5mm audio jack. And for power backup, the device has a 5,000mAh capacity battery, which supports 33W fast charging through USB Type-C port.
Connectivity options on the Realme 10 4G phone include – dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, microSD card slot, NFC, a USB Type-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. And for power backup, the battery configuration of this 4G phone is the same as the 5G model. That means it also has a 5,000mAh capacity battery, which can be charged using a 33W in-box charger.
Realme 10 5G vs Realme 10 4G : Measurements
The Realme 10 5G smartphone measures 164.4 x 75.1 x 8.1 mm and weighs around 191 grams.
The Realme 10 4G smartphone measures 159.9 x 73.3 x 7.95 mm and weighs around 178.5 grams.
Realme 10 5G vs Realme 10 4G Price
The Realme 10 5G model has arrived in the Chinese market in two different storage variants, namely – 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. These two models are priced at 1,299 Yuan (approximately Rs. 14,800) and 1,599 Yuan (approximately Rs. 18,200) respectively. It is currently available for purchase in the home market in two color options – Raisin Dujin (Gold) and Stone Crystal Black.
The Realme 10 4G also comes in two memory configurations in Indonesia. Out of which the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage model has been priced at 27,99,000 rupees (about Tk 14,550). And the top-variant with 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage is priced at 31,99,000 rupees (about 16,625 taka). This new Realme handset comes in – Clash White and Rush Black color options.