Realme 13 Pro Review | A worthy consideration among strong contenders
The Hindu
Starting at ₹23,999, the Realme 13 Pro enters one of the most competitive segments of the Indian smartphone market, facing strong contenders like the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion and Nothing Phone 2a
Building on the success of Realme 12 Pro, this new model introduces key upgrades in performance and photography. The phone now features an upgraded processor - Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, and an improved 50 MP Sony LYT-600 main camera with OIS. Realme is also emphasising on AI capabilities with its new HYPERIMAGE+ architecture, promising enhanced photography and overall improved performance.
While we were fond of the faux leather finish on the Realme 12 Pro, the 13 Pro takes a different approach that’s no less striking. Our review unit came in the Monet Purple variant, which is a result of Realme’s collaboration with the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. This Claude Monet-inspired colour scheme is truly eye-catching, featuring a wavy pattern on the rear that adds a touch of elegance and artistic flair.
The phone feels good in your hand, with a lightweight build that belies its premium feel. The button placement remains intuitive, with the power button and volume rocker easily accessible on the right side. At the bottom, you’ll find the USB-C port, speaker grille, and SIM tray.
The camera island maintains a similar design to its predecessor, providing a sense of continuity in Realme’s design language. The phone also comes with an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance, adding a layer of durability to its stylish exterior.
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The Realme 13 Pro features a 6.7-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2412 x 1080 (FHD+). With a screen-to-body ratio of 93%, the phone offers an immersive viewing experience. The bezels on the screen are very thin, adding to the viewing experience that also supports a 120 Hz refresh rate.
Colour reproduction is excellent, with support for 1.07 billion colours and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. The display can reach a typical brightness of 600 nits, with a global maximum of 1200 nits and a local peak brightness of 2,000 nits, ensuring good visibility even in bright outdoor conditions.
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