Realme 11 5G Review: Best budget 5G phone? Know pros and cons, price and specs

The Realme Number Series has often been a subject of interest, with each release keenly awaited. With the Realme 11 5G now in the fray, we decided to deep dive into what the latest offering brings and whether it justifies the buzz it’s generating.

In this Realme 11 5G review, we take a look at Realme 11 5G pros and cons, best features and real world performance.

Realme 11 5G Design & Utility

One of the Realme 11 5G First Impressions is its sleek design, enhanced by what Realme has dubbed the "glory halo design". Hold it up to the light, and you'll see this enchanting S-curve dance on its shimmering back panel. It's definitely a conversation starter!

Then there's the round camera bump at the back. Well, it's not my cup of tea, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder, right?

Holding the device feels like you're holding something that’s well built – it's lightweight, and every button and port seems to be exactly where you'd want it to be. Also, a shout out to Realme for keeping the 3.5mm headphone jack alive and pairing it with an adequately loudspeaker.

As for storage, you’ve got two options – 128GB or 256GB. And if that's still not enough, there's always the microSD card slot waiting for you.

Realme 11 5G Display

Now, let's shift our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any smartphone: the display. The Realme 11 offers a vibrant 6.72-inch screen with an impressive FHD+ resolution of 2400X1080.

The colors rendered are both vivid and lifelike, making video watching and photo browsing a delightful experience, enhancing the Realme 11 5G specifications.

Additionally, outdoor visibility gets a thumbs up. I tested the phone in direct sunlight, and the screen remained pleasantly readable. And yes, its gets 120Hz refresh rate. But here's where Realme ups the ante.

The Dynamic Ultra Smooth Display" as Realme calls it, adjusts the refresh rate from 120Hz down to 45Hz, based on what you're doing. This ensures not just a smoother user experience, but also efficient battery usage.

Realme 11 5G Processor

Diving into the heart of the Realme 11 5G, it's powered by the Dimensity 6100+. Now, if you're a benchmark enthusiast, you might have noticed it's a bit behind competitors in the Geekbench 5 testing. This is largely its use of the older Cortex A76 cores, rather than the updated Cortex A78.

However, specs on paper and real-world performance can be two different stories. With my experience, the 8GB RAM ensures the phone chugs along smoothly, whether you're browsing, multitasking between apps, or indulging in some media.

For the gamers out there, titles like COD mobile run smoothly, although you might want to stick to medium graphics settings for the best experience.

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Realme 11 5G Software

In terms of software, the Realme 11 runs on Realme UI 4.0, which is based on Android 13. The UI provides a clean and intuitive user experience with minimal bloatware and useful customization options. The device also offers a smooth and responsive fingerprint sensor and face unlock features for added security.

There is some bloatware but nothing too excessive, which is a refreshing change to see in a Realme phone, and most of the bloatware can be easily uninstalled

Realme 11 5G Camera

Coming to optics, the Realme 11 5g features a dual rear camera system with a 108MP primary lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The photos captured with the main sensor are detailed and vibrant, but slightly over-saturated images in good lighting conditions.

I even got nice results in low light situations, and the Night mode brightens up the frame. The 16MP camera delivers decent clarity and natural skin tones as well.

Overall, the camera on the Realme 11 5G is capable enough in its price point, but versatility is lacking here. Maybe an ultrawide lens could have been added here

Realme 11 5G Battery

Battery life is undoubtedly one of the strengths of the Realme 11. It comes with a 5000mAh battery, which reliably powers the phone through a full day on moderate usage.

For those like me, who often find themselves on their phone more frequently, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the backup it offers even on those heavier days.

A highlight worth mentioning is the 67W SuperVOOC fast charging. I put it to the test and managed to juice it up to about 50% in just under 20 minutes. That's not bad at all.

Realme 11 5G Price and Verdict

The Realme 11 5G price in India starts at Rs. 18,999, and it seems to be one of the most balanced smartphones in its price point. Although the lack of an ultrawide camera lens is a drawback for photography enthusiasts, the device’s reliable processor, long-lasting battery, and decent camera performance make it a worthy option to consider.

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