In recent years, the mid-range smartphone market has played host to smartphones that mimic flagship models without matching their price tags. One brand that has excelled in this category is realme. Expanding its influence further, the company launched realme X7 in February 2021.
This 5G smartphone was the first in India to host a dimensity 800U SoC and unleash the power of speed and precision. Bringing smartphone users to the dual SIM, and dual standby 5G support, this realme phone unlocked a new era of hyper-speed connectivity on a budget. realme X7 adds a 64MP night camera, a 4,310 battery that supports 50W SuperDart charging, and an immersive AMOLED screen to offer segment-best innovation.
realme X7 - Features and specifications
realme X7 5G offers an optimised feature package with a minimal pocket pinch. As a result, the phone packs a powerful dimensity processor, a fast-charging battery, an immersive display, and impressive cameras. With segment-leading hardware, realme X7 manages daily tasks with ease. The phone also boasts game space and game assistant features to help you personalise your gaming suite.
The feature checklist continues with its direct sound, hi-res audio certification, 5-dimensional copper cooling system, 50 W SuperDart charging support, and dual SIM 5G capabilities. Packaging all this in a slim and eye-catching body, the realme X7 5G commands a mid-range price of just Rs. 18,999.
Specifications: realme X7 | |
RAM | 6GB, 8GB |
Storage | 128GB |
Front camera | 16MP |
Rear camera | 64MP + 8MP + 2MP |
Display | 6.4-inch FHD+ super AMOLED screen |
Battery | 4,310 mAh |
Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 800U 5G chip |
Highlights of realme X7
Size
The realme X7 model strikes a good balance between its form factor and in-hand feel. The sleek design philosophy of the brand keeps the frame to a minimum of 8.1 mm thickness, while the phone weighs just 176 g. So, you can talk on the phone for hours without feeling fatigued.
Height |
160.9 mm |
Width |
74.4 mm |
Thickness |
8.1 mm |
Weight |
176 g |
Colours |
Space Silver, Nebula |
Display resolution and quality
realme X7 5G flaunts a captivating 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The screen comes lined with razor-thin bezels, flaunting a 90.8% screen-to-body ratio, bringing you wide-screen entertainment benefits. The 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio of the screen produces ultra-realistic and immersive visuals, replicating colours without distortion and blacks without blurs. This fluid display boasts a touch sampling rate of 180 Hz, improving touch responses, and adding to the thrill of playing real-time multiplayer games. Moreover, with its peak brightness of 600 nits and custom-made sunlight mode, the X7 takes care of outdoor use.
Display type |
Super AMOLED |
Screen size |
6.4-inch (16.26 cm) |
Resolution |
1080 x 2400 pixels |
Aspect ratio |
20:09 |
Pixel density |
411 PPI |
Screen to body ratio (calculated) |
82.61% |
Screen protection |
Corning Gorilla Glass |
Bezel-less display |
Yes, with punch-hole display |
Touch screen |
Yes, capacitive touchscreen, multi-touch |
Brightness |
600 nits |
Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
Screen to body ratio (claimed by the brand) |
90.8% |
Power-packed performance
Powered by a Dimensity 800U 5G processor, the realme X7 is a true-blue performance powerhouse. With its two A76 cores clocking speeds up to 2.4 GHz, this processor streamlines graphics-intensive games, eliminating frame drops and stutters. Performance lags are eliminated by the 8GB RAM onboard. realme X7 draws power from a 4,310 mAh battery that can seamlessly handle moderate to heavy use without excess drain. The 50 W SuperDart Charging feature is a welcome add-on since it truncates downtime, refuelling up to 50% of the device in just 18 minutes. Also, realme X7 comes with dual SIM and dual standby 5G and global 5G network support. Thus, you can relish high-speed uploads and downloads in the country and while travelling.
Chipset |
MediaTek Dimensity 800U MT6873V |
CPU |
Octa-Core (2.4 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) |
Architecture |
64 bit |
Fabrication |
7 nm |
Graphics |
Mali-G57 MC3 |
RAM |
6 GB |
RAM type |
LPDDR4X |
Hardware and design
Borrowing heavily from its more expensive X7 Pro sibling, this smartphone looks premium and appealing. The phone flaunts a sleek polycarbonate body with a glossy gradient back cover. The camera island remains slim and blends seamlessly into the phone's rear panel, keeping dimensions tight. The Space Silver and Nebula colour options flaunt a nano-optical coating that gives them a mirror-like finish, adding to their flagship-level appearance. The realme X7 skips the 3.5 mm jack. So, the bottom of the phone only includes the USB port and high-res speaker grille. The power button is located on the right, while volume rockers sit on the left side of the phone.
Camera
realme X7 5G comes fitted with a 64 MP triple camera console on the rear and a 16 MP selfie camera on the front. The 64 MP primary shooter is fine-tuned to capture well-exposed and well-balanced shots, both indoors and outdoors. The 2 MP macro shooter frames details without missing nuances. For breath-taking Panoramic shots, the realme X7 flaunts an 8 MP Ultra-wide lens. With videography modes like Pro video and UIS Max Video Stabilisation, this smartphone helps add finesse to your captured footage. Moreover, with Super Nightscape 4.0, you can capture the night sky without compromising details and brightness. Additionally, you get a host of filters, AI Beautification tools, Bokeh effects, and more to fine-tune shots to suit your tastes.
Camera setup |
Triple |
Resolution |
Front: 64MP, 8MP, 2MP Back: 16MP |
Sensor |
S5KGW3, ISOCELL Plus |
Autofocus |
Yes, Phase Detection autofocus |
Flash |
Yes, LED flash |
Image resolution |
9000 x 7000 Pixels |
Settings |
Exposure compensation, ISO control |
Shooting modes |
Continuous shooting |
High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
Camera features |
10 x digital zoom |
Auto flash |
|
Face detection |
|
Touch to focus |
|
Video recording |
3840x2160 @ 30 fps |
1920x1080 @ 60 fps |
|
1280x720 @ 240 fps |
Also read: realme mobile phones under Rs. 15,000
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Final verdict
realme X7 was one of the first feature-optimised 5G phones under Rs. 20,000. While the market is teeming with various options today, the handset still holds its ace position. The phone flaunts a brilliant AMOLED screen that is fit for streaming, gaming, and scrolling. The dimensity processor onboard is fast enough to suit your needs, while the large battery with 50 W SuperDart charging support is a force to be reckoned with. The device's camera capabilities are also excellent for the asking price, especially with both daytime and night-time photography benefits. All this, plus the premium look of the realme X7 5G handset, makes it a worthy 5G smartphone for the budget-conscious consumer.