Realme C55 in Kenya

The Realme C55 price in Kenya starts at Ksh 25,500. It features 6.72 inches IPS LCD display that refreshes at 90Hz and has a resolution of IPS LCD pixels. The phone has a dual-camera setup that consists of 64 MP + 2 MP  and an 8 MP camera for selfies. It runs on the Mediatek Helio G88 chipset with Mali-G52 MC2, up to 8GB of RAM, and 256GB storage, on Realme UI 4.0 based on Android 13. Buy the Realme C33 at Phoneplace. It is available in Sun Shower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest colors.

Realme C55 price and specs in Kenya

Price in Kenya	Ksh. 25,500
Display	6.72 inches, IPS LCD, 90Hz, 680 nits (peak)
Processor	Mediatek Helio G88 (12nm)
Sim Card	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Connectivity	GSM / HSPA / LTE
OS	Android 13, Realme UI 4.0
RAM	6GB, 8GB
ROM	128GB, 256GB
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~392 ppi density)
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Selfie	8 MP
Camera	64 MP + 2 MP
USB Port	USB Type-C 2.0
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Battery	5000 mAh, 33W wired, 50% in 29 min
Build	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Colors	Sun Shower, Rainy Night, Rainforest

Physical Attributes of Realme C55

The mid-range smartphone has a glass front, plastic frame, and plastic back. You will notice the dominant front display with a button-hole that houses the front-facing lens. The ergonomic design, curved edges, and aesthetics on the handset make it appear and feel premium. Weighing 189g and measuring 165.6 x 75.9 x 7.9 mm, Realme C55 is both relatively featherlight and slim, making it a darling to users who love them light and thin. Realme is keeping the tradition of churning thin and light devices to the market, as confirmed with the C55 Model. The handset comes in unique color variants of Sun Shower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest for you to choose from.

Display

Featuring a large 6.72-inch screen, Realme C55 does not disappoint regarding phone display. The IPS LCD suits media consumption, games, and general use. With 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) resolution, and 90Hz refresh rate, you will enjoy a good experience using your C55 phone.

Camera Set-up

The front and rear cameras are good and will deliver exemplary service. The front camera is 8 MP (wide), which is basic but functional. You will be able to video chat and take photos. The primary camera at the back features 64 MP (wide), 1/2″, PDAF, and 2 MP (depth) lenses, which capture high-quality pictures and 1080p@30/60fps videos.

The Operating and Processing Units

Realme C55 runs the Android 13 Operating System platform, complemented with Realme UI 4.0 for customization. It relies on a Mediatek Helio G88 (12nm) chipset for background operations, supported by an efficient Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. The processing unit handles multi-tasking, playing low-setting games, and video streaming relatively well without stuttering and lagging.

Network and Communications

Realme C55 is a 4 G-enabled handset. It supports 2G, 3G, up to 4G bands, HSPA, and LTE-A network speed. Realme installed a loudspeaker and 3.5mm jack ports for the best communication while using the handset for convenient hands-free handling.  You have Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, and Bluetooth (5.2, A2DP, LE) options for wireless connectivity.

You can use Wi-Fi, USB Type-C 2.0, and NFC for fast data transfer. For accurate positioning and tracking, especially when traveling and out in the wild in an unfamiliar region, use the Global Positioning System (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS) installed on the device.

The sensors installed on the handset include the following:

• Fingerprint (side-mounted)
• Accelerometer
• Proximity sensor
• compass

Powering System

Powering the Realme C55 is a Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery. The massive battery gives at least two days of use if you are an average user. To recharge, use the fast 33W wired charger capable of restoring 1-50% of the battery in 29 minutes. Whether playing games or in a busy Schule that requires intensive phone use, the C55 battery and charging unit are up to the task.

Pros and Cons of Realme C55

Pros

• Decent battery life
• Supports fast charging
• Large, responsive display
• Immersive display resolution
• Decent rear camera
• Latest Android OS and UI
• Supports audio jack
• Supports NFC

Cons

• Limited to 4G Network
• The nuisance that comes with bloatware and ads on the Realme C55
• THE Fingerprint scanner is finicky
• Basic front camera
• No Gyros support
• Limited to 1080p videos, not capable of shooting 4K videos
• Not waterproof
• Has no screen protector
• No reverse charging support

Verdict

For its price, the Realme C55 is an absolute bargain as a mid-range phone. The battery, screen size and rear camera make it a relatively good phone to own and use.

FAQs

• What price will the Realme C55 handset retail at? Kes 25,500.
• Is the Realme C55 on the market yet? Yes. Available as of March 8^th 2023
• What are the main camera specifications of the Realme C55? A dual camera set-up consisting of:
  1. 64 MP, (wide), 1/2″, PDAF
  2. 2 MP, (depth)
• Is Realme C55 5G enabled? It supports up to 4G Network connectivity.
• What is the inbuilt memory on the Realme C55? The options include:
  1. 64GB 4GB RAM
  2. 64GB 6GB RAM
  3. 128GB 6GB RAM
  4. 128GB 8GB RAM
  5. 256GB 8GB RAM

• What sensors are installed on the Realme C55 device?
  1. Fingerprint (side-mounted)
  2. Accelerometer
  3. Gyro
  4. proximity
  5. compass

• what is the battery capacity on the Realme C55? 5,000mAh.
• Does Realme C55 support fast charging? It comes with a 33W wired fast charger.
• What is the size and type of display on the Realme C55?72-inch, IPS LCD with 90Hz Refresh Rate.
• Does the screen on the Realme C55 have a protector? Not specified.

Alternative Handsets

• Oppo A77 4G
• Infinix Note 12i
• Samsung A04s
• Nokia X10

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