Oppo’s sub-brand is bringing a lot of its devices in the global market. In just two days, Realme announced that two more affordable smartphones are going to hit Europe. We are talking about the Realme 5 and the Realme XT, packing midrange-class specifications at very affordable prices. Alongside these devices, there are two other Realme mid-rangers in the global market: the 5 Pro which is nothing but a more powerful version of the Realme 5, and the higher-end Realme X2. Should you spend more on the X2 or its new siblings are enough? In order to establish which one is better for your needs, we decided to compare the specifications of Realme 5, Realme X2 and Realme XT.
Oppo Realme 5 vs Oppo Realme X2 vs Oppo Realme XT
| Oppo Realme 5 | Oppo Realme X2 | Oppo Realme XT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 164.4 x 75.6 x 9.3 mm, 198 grams | 158.7 x 75.2 x 8.6 mm, 182 grams | 158.7 x 75.2 x 8.6 mm, 183 grams |
| DISPLAY | 6.5 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), 269 ppi, IPS LCD | 6.4 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 403 ppi, Super AMOLED | 6.4 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 403 ppi, Super AMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, octa-core 2 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, octa-core 2.2 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 712, octa-core 2.3 GHz |
| MEMORY | 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot | 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD dedicated slot | 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot |
| SOFTWARE | Android 9 Pie, Color OS | Android 9 Pie, Color OS | Android 9 Pie, Color OS |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS |
| CAMERA | Quad 12 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4 13 MP f/2.0 front camera |
Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.3, f/2.4 and f/2.4 32 MP f/2.0 front camera |
Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.3, f/2.4 and f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera |
| BATTERY | 5000 mAh, fast charging 10W | 4000 mAh, fast charging 30W with VOOC Flash Charge | 4000 mAh, fast charging 20W with VOOC Flash Charge |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot | Hybrid Dual SIM slot | Hybrid Dual SIM slot |
Design
Realme X2 and XT are nearly identical when it comes to the design and we recommend them since they come with a glass back instead of a plastic body, unlike the Realme 5. Further, both their glass backs and their front panels are protected by Gorilla Glass 5. Realme 5’s body is entirely made of plastic, but it offers splash resistance. However, a plastic body is not as beautiful as a glass back. Also, note that Realme X2 and XT have a more compact design and they are even lighter.
Display
If you care a lot about the display, stay away from the Realme 5. While it is true that it offers a wider display diagonal, on the other hand, it has a lower HD+ resolution that is not amazing on a wide 6.5-inch panel. Further, it is just an IPS display. Both Realme X2 and XT offer a way better Super AMOLED panel with deeper black, more vivid colors and even a higher Full HD+ resolution. Realme X2 and XT have the same Super AMOLED panel with the same 6.4-inch size and the same under-display fingerprint reader.
Specs & Software
Realme 5, X2 and XT are powered by different chipsets, so they offer different levels of performances, but all of them are mid-rangers. The most powerful is Realme X2 thanks to its Snapdragon 730G chipset. It is the best SoC from the Snapdragon 700 series by Qualcomm and it is perfect even for gamers thanks to its high graphics performance. The Realme X2 even offers a better memory configuration in its most expensive variant. So if you need the fastest and smoothest phone, do not think twice and go for the X2. The second place goes to the XT with its Snapdragon 712, while Realme 5 has a lower-end Snapdragon 665. In each case, you get Android 9 Pie out of the box, customized by Color OS user interface.
Camera
Realme X2 and XT have the same rear camera department that is better than the one found on the Realme 5. It consists of a 64 MP quad camera including an ultrawide sensor and a dedicated macro camera for close shots. Realme X2 and XT differ for the front camera: the former comes with a better 32 MP snapper, while the second has a 16 MP sensor. Realme 5 is inferior even when it comes to selfies with its 13 MP snapper.
Battery
Realme 5 is a more affordable and less powerful phone than Realme X2 and XT, but it offers longer battery life for two reasons. First, it has a bigger 5000 mAh battery and second, it has a display that is less energy-demanding. Realme XT and X2 offer more or less the same battery life (X2 slightly better thanks to its 8 nm chipset), but the latter has a faster charging technology.
Price
Realme X2 starts from €299/$331 globally, Realme XT starts from €259/$287. We still do not know the global price for the Realme 5, but given that the Realme 5 Pro starts from €199/$220, you can imagine its price range. There is no doubt about the fact that, overall, Realme X2 is the best. But if you do not mind about having the best camera and display, you might prefer the Realme 5 due to its amazing battery life and very affordable price. If you want good rear cameras and display, but you do not need the fastest performance and a Snapdragon 712 is enough since you are not a gamer or an advanced user, Realme XT is enough and it will allow you to save some bucks.
Oppo Realme 5 vs Oppo Realme X2 vs Oppo Realme XT: PROs and CONS
Oppo Realme 5
PROs
- Splash resistant
- Bigger battery
- More affordable
- Wider display
CONS
- HD+ display
Realme X2
PROs
- Best performance
- Nice rear cameras
- Great front camera
- Faster charging
- Better memory configurations
CONS
- Higher price
Realme XT
PROs
- Well-balanced
- Good price
- Nice rear cameras
CONS
- Nothing particular
