Realme launched several new smartphones in India in April, including the Realme Narzo 70 Series, which comprises the Narzo 70 Pro, Narzo 70X, and Narzo 70. Other recently launched smartphones include the Realme 12X, Realme C65, and Realme P1 series, which includes the P1 and P1 Pro smartphones. Many of these smartphones are rebadged versions of other smartphones. For example, the Realme P1 is a rebadged version of the Realme Narzo 70 and has similar specifications and pricing. I don't understand why Realme released the same phone under a different name, when they already had the Narzo 70 on the market.
However, in this article, we will review the Realme P1 in detail to help you decide whether it or its twin, the Realme Narzo 70, is the perfect mid-budget smartphone for you. But before we start the review, let's take a closer look at its specifications.
Realme P1 review: Specifications
| Model | Realme P1 5G |
| Price and variants | Rs 14,999 (6GB/128GB), Rs 15,999 (8GB/128GB), Rs 16,999 (8GB/256GB) |
| Colours | Phoenix Red and Peacock Green |
| Availability | Flipkart and Realme's official website |
| Display size | 6.67-inch punch-hole notch display |
| Display specs | AMOLED panel, Adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz, FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels), 2000nits peak brightness |
| Security | In-display Fingerprint Sensor, facial unlock |
| Camera setup | Rear – dual cameras, Front – single camera |
| Camera specs | 50MP main lens, 2MP B&W camera, | 16MP front camera |
| Video maximum | Rear – 1080p at 30fps, | Front – 1080p at 30fps |
| Chipset | 6nm Mediatek Dimensity 7050 5G Chipset, Mali-G68 |
| RAM and storage | 8GB, 256GB UFS |
| Battery and charging | 5,000mAh + 45W SUPERVOOC |
| Operating system | Android 14 OS, Realme UI 5.0 |
| Sensors | Magnetic Induction Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Gyro-meter, Acceleration Sensor, |
| Network and connectivity | Dual Nano SIM 5G | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.2 |
Realme P1 review: Design and display
When it comes to the design of the smartphone, it appears quite similar to most of the recent Realme smartphones that are currently available in the market, which include Realme Narzo 70 Series, Realme 12X and Realme C65. It has a circular rear camera module at the back, which consists of four different sensors. The phone features a textured design on the back panel.
The smartphone boasts a vivid and clear screen that is easily visible both indoors and outdoors. Users will not encounter any problems using it in bright daylight. The display accurately represents colours and is capable of playing Full HD videos. Furthermore, it has slimmer bezels on the top and bottom edges.
Realme P1 review: Performance and battery
The smartphone performs smoothly overall. I played games like BGMI and Bullet Echo India without experiencing any lag. The device does not heat up much when multitasking. However, it comes with a lot of unnecessary apps and duplicate software. You can uninstall some of them, while others can be force-stopped to free up storage space.
In terms of battery life, the smartphone can last for more than 5-6 days when left idle. With heavy to moderate usage, it can last for 1-2 days. The device also supports 45W fast charging and takes approximately an hour to fully charge.
Realme P1 review: Camera
The Realme P1 comes with a camera app that offers various features including Night Mode, Street Mode, Photograph Mode, Portrait Mode, Professional Mode, Panorama Mode, Text Scanner, and Tilt Shift. These modes and functions are also available on other Realme smartphones.
In terms of camera performance, the Realme P1 provides good picture quality considering its price range. Photos taken in daylight show nearly true colors but lack details. The front camera also lacks details, and the photos taken from it are at best satisfactory. However, photographs taken in Night Mode are good and have very little noise. The Portrait mode also performs well.
Here are some camera samples for your reference.
Realme P1 review: Verdict
When comparing the Realme P1 with the Narzo 70, both smartphones have nearly identical features and designs. However, if you require 256GB of storage, then the Realme P1 would be the better choice.
The Realme P1 is a good option as it does not lag or heat up during multitasking. It also performs decently for photography considering its price range.
