Oppo Reno3 Youth vs Realme 6 Pro: A Deep Dive into Mid-Range 5G Contenders
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing sustained performance and slightly faster charging, the Oppo Reno3 Youth emerges as the winner. Its Snapdragon 765G, built on a 7nm process, offers a performance edge over the Realme 6 Pro’s 8nm Snapdragon 720G, despite similar CPU core configurations. However, the Realme 6 Pro’s endurance rating is a strong counterpoint.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Oppo Reno3 Youth | Realme 6 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Global |
| 5G bands | 1, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA | - |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G (1.9 Gbps DL) | HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | 1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 - India | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2020, February 08. Released 2020, February 14 | 2020, March 05. Released 2020, March 13 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 160.3 x 74.3 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.93 x 0.31 in) | 163.8 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) | 202 g (7.13 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~399 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~83.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~84.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 430 nits (typ) | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 | Adreno 618 |
| OS | Android 10, ColorOS 7 | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.1 | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.2", 1.4µm 2 MP B/W, f/2.4, 1/5.0", 1.75µm Auxiliary lens | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF 12 MP, f/2.5, 54mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.3, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps; gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Dual | - | 16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm 8 MP, f/2.2, 105˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, NavIC |
| Radio | Unspecified | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 30W wired, 50% in 20 min | 30W wired, 100% in 57 min |
| Type | Li-Po 4025 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | White, Black, Gold | Lightning Blue, Lightning Orange, Lightning Red |
| Models | PCLM50 | RMX2061, RMX2063 |
| Price | About 400 EUR | About 540 EUR |
| SAR | - | 1.19 W/kg (head) 0.92 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 107h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: 1324:1 (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -28.5 LUFS (Average) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 268785 (v8) GeekBench: 7027 (v4.4), 1666 (v5.1) GFXBench: 19fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Oppo Reno3 Youth
- Potentially better sustained performance due to 7nm Snapdragon 765G
- Faster charging – 50% in 20 minutes
- Slightly higher CPU clock speeds
- Battery life likely inferior to Realme 6 Pro
- Limited display specifications available
Realme 6 Pro
- Excellent battery life (107h endurance rating)
- Measured display brightness of 421 nits
- Competitive price point
- Snapdragon 720G on 8nm process may throttle under sustained load
- Longer full charge time (57 minutes)
Display Comparison
Both phones lack detailed display specifications beyond the Realme 6 Pro’s measured 421 nits of peak brightness and 1324:1 contrast ratio. Given the similar market positioning, we can assume comparable LCD panel quality. The Realme 6 Pro’s measured brightness suggests adequate outdoor visibility, but neither phone is likely to compete with higher-end OLED displays. The lack of high refresh rate information suggests both are likely limited to 60Hz.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are advertised with 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but lack specific details. Without sensor size or aperture information, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the market segment suggests both will rely on multi-camera setups with a primary sensor, ultrawide, and potentially macro/depth sensors. The absence of detailed camera specs implies neither phone is a standout performer in low-light photography or advanced image processing. The usefulness of any included 2MP macro lens is questionable.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Oppo Reno3 Youth utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, fabricated on a 7nm process, while the Realme 6 Pro features the Snapdragon 720G on an 8nm process. While both are octa-core CPUs with similar Kryo core arrangements (2x Gold, 6x Silver), the 7nm node of the 765G generally translates to better thermal efficiency and sustained performance. The Reno3 Youth’s CPU configuration (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime, 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold, 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) offers a slight clock speed advantage over the 720G’s (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold, 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver). This, combined with the process node advantage, suggests the Reno3 Youth will exhibit less throttling during extended gaming sessions.
Battery Life
The Realme 6 Pro boasts an endurance rating of 107 hours, indicating excellent battery life. While the Oppo Reno3 Youth’s battery capacity is unknown, its 30W charging capability promises a 50% charge in just 20 minutes. Conversely, the Realme 6 Pro takes 57 minutes to reach 100% with the same 30W charging. This suggests the Realme 6 Pro has a larger battery capacity, contributing to its superior endurance, while the Reno3 Youth prioritizes faster top-up times.
Buying Guide
Buy the Oppo Reno3 Youth if you need a phone capable of handling demanding applications and games with less thermal throttling, and if you value the slightly faster 30W charging. Buy the Realme 6 Pro if you prioritize all-day battery life and are less concerned with pushing the absolute limits of gaming performance. The Realme 6 Pro is also a better choice for users who frequently rely on their phone throughout the day without easy access to a charger.