The Narzo series by Realme is ever-expanding and it has just got its new addition in the form of Narzo 50A. The smartphone has been priced starting at Rs. 11,499 for the basic 4GB+64GB version. This price segment was already crowded with so many amazing options. The helm of the Narzo 50A is the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset and of course, the camera which has a 50MP sensor. But the real question here is can the Narzo 50A make for a reasonable choice under Rs. 15,000 or not? To find out, let us dig into the detailed review of the device-
First of all, the Realme Narzo 50A is not the successor to the Narzo 30A but a different model altogether. The device offers a decent battery life with good specifications at an affordable price that is making people gravitate towards this mobile phone even more.
Full Specifications-
| OS | Android 11 |
| Battery | Lithium Polymer, 6000 mAh |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Inbuilt Storage | 64GB |
| Display | 6.56 inches, HD+ |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| CPU | Octa-core Cortex-A75 |
| Rear Camera | 50MP+2MP+2MP |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Warranty Details | 1 Year manufacturer |
| Item weight | 207 grams |
| Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Acceleration sensor, and Magnetic Induction sensor |
Realme Narzo 50A Price in India
The Realme Narzo 50A is available in two finishes; Oxygen Green and Oxygen Blue. Furthermore, the brand offers two variations to choose from; 64GB storage and 128 GB storage.
| RAM and Storage | Price |
| 4GB, 64GB | Rs.11,499 |
| 4GB, 128GB | Rs. 12,499 |
So, while you are at it, go for the latter one since it offers better value at a fair price. Also, it is more affordable than its competitors including the Redmi 10 which was launched with a price tag of Rs. 14,499.
Realme Narzo 50A Design
If we talk about the design, the device sticks to the company’s familiar design principles, with a simple back panel. To help with the grip, the back has a groove-like texture. While that texture has been provided to make the phone look even more classy, it is important as well since the weight of the phone is 207gms.
The fingerprint reader is just below the camera module which quite looks like it has been engulfed. Since the fingerprint reader is at a different place in this model, it sometimes becomes difficult to place it while you are looking elsewhere. However, authentication-wise it is still fast but the index finger sometimes struggles to reach it and that is definitely a con.
Realme Narzo 50A Software
The Narzo 50A offers a MediaTek Helio G85 SoC but with 4GB of standard across the two storage variants; 64GB and 128GB. The phone has an additional microSD card slot for storage expansion which is expandable up to 256GB.
The device comes with ample third-party applications most of which can be uninstalled. It runs Realme UI 2.0 which is based on Android 11.
Realme Narzo 50A Performance and Battery Life
The battery of the device is a massive 6000mAh cell that can easily push the phone through 2 days of normal usage. If you are a normal user and do not play a lot of games on your phone, then it should last at least 2 days. There is an 18W charger provided with the box that takes approximately two hours to fully charge the device. As compared to the other phones in the same price segment, the charge time is pretty average.
Realme Narzo 50A Processor
The processing capabilities in this one are being handled by the MediaTek G85 SoC which has become quite a staple for several smartphones in the budget space. As far as performance-related issues are concerned, the phone does not lag during daily tasks. Opening several Chrome tabs and switching between heavy apps like Spotify and Instagram is not an issue at all. In fact, it is quite neat.
If you are a game person, you will be glad to know that the phone does not heat up even if you play for hours. All in all, this smartphone does not disappoint you in terms of processor.
Realme Narzo 50A Camera
As mentioned above, the Realme Narzo 50A comes packed with a 50MP primary sensor which is further supported by two secondary depth and macros sensors. On the other hand, the selfie shooter has an 8MP resolution. Below is a detailed explanation of daylight and low light photography.
Daylight Photography-
- Daylight photography is quite good for this price tag as it captures sharp details.
- The colors are quite muted but retain most of the natural look.
- Other than that, exposure handling is also on point which is again a plus point at such an affordable price tag.
- Next is autofocus which is slightly on the slower side but the shutter speed is quick.
Low Light Photography-
- Low light shots are mostly above average but only with the details appearing from nearby street lights.
- The focusing speeds are slow though, but you can get a decent picture in low light as well.
- The device comes packed with a dedicated night mode that uses computational photography.
- Last, the selfie camera is also decent but it over-sharpened photos that gloss over facial details.
Realme Narzo 50A Audio
Here it is, the thing that is most likely to let people gravitate to other phones; the audio. It has a single bottom-firing speaker, which is just an average one and you cannot expect it to be much. Also, Realme has removed the secondary noise cancellation microphone from the device and there are chances that the call quality might suffer.
Now below are all the pointers that make it a killer smartphone-
- The device is packed with decent cameras.
- Speaker is okay.
- HD display
- Decent battery life
- Affordable yet packed with quality features
Final verdict
The Realme Narzo 50A relies on its camera which is basically the USP of the device. If we compare the phone with its competitors in the same price segment, one can choose a better one than this. For example, Redmi and Infinix offer better phones than this one in the same price segment. Despite all the issues, the Realme Narzo 50A can still be a pretty good smartphone if you are not a heavy user of course. Having said all of that, if you want a budget smartphone, this is one of the best phones under 15,000 to go for. You can buy this device from Amazon and Flipkart easily.