Realme C21
$447Starting price · USBudget2021
3.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.5"
Display
13MP
Camera
5,000
mAh
4GB
Max RAM
10W
Charging
190g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Realme C21 is an entry-level device from 2021 that struggles to justify its current price point. While it offers reliable battery life and basic connectivity, the aging Helio G35 processor and low-resolution screen make it unsuitable for modern tasks.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera3.0
Performance2.0
Battery7.0
Display3.0
Build4.0
Value2.0
Strengths
Large 5000mAh battery
Dedicated microSD slot
3.5mm headphone jack
Reverse wired charging
Weaknesses
Very low performance chipset
Low resolution 720p display
Slow 10W charging
Outdated microUSB port
Poor value at current price
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