Realme Narzo 50 Pro vs Realme 10 Pro+: The Ultimate Showdown

Realme continues to deliver compelling smartphones at competitive prices. The Narzo 50 Pro and the 10 Pro+ both offer a lot, but cater to slightly different needs. This comprehensive comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide which one deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Realme 10 Pro+ is the clear winner, boasting a significantly faster chipset, faster charging, and a likely superior camera system. While the Narzo 50 Pro offers good value, the 10 Pro+'s upgrades make it the better choice for most users willing to spend a bit more.

PHONES
Phone Names	Realme Narzo 50 Pro	Realme 10 Pro+

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 19, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	1, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE-A, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	-	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, May 18	2022, November 17
Status	Available. Released 2022, May 26	Available. Released 2022, November 24

Body
Build	-	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	160.2 x 73.3 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)	161.5 x 73.9 x 7.8 mm or 8 mm
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight	181 g (6.38 oz)	173 g / 175 g (6.10 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5	-
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density)	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Size	6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio)	6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	Super AMOLED, 90Hz	AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 800 nits

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 920 (6 nm)	Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G68 MC4	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4.0	Android 13, Realme UI 4.0

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 2.2	-

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide)	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Triple	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)	108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	Panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide)	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	-
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	24-bit/192kHz audio	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, BDS	GPS (L1+L5), GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Radio	Unspecified	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	33W wired, 50% in 31 min	67W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 17 min (advertised)
Type	5000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Hyper Blue, Hyper Black	Dark Matter Black, Nebula Blue, Hyperspace
Models	RMX3395, RMX3396	RMX3687, RMX3686
Price	About 270 EUR	$ 269.00 / ₹ 22,999

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 149h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-25.4 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 522376 (v9) GeekBench: 2371 (v5.1) GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Realme Narzo 50 Pro

Good value for money
Decent performance for the price
Fast 33W charging
Stylish design

Older chipset
Less impressive camera
Slower charging compared to 10 Pro+

Realme 10 Pro+

Powerful Dimensity 1080 chipset
Ultra-fast 67W charging
Likely superior camera
Premium display
Excellent battery life

Higher price
Potential for software bloat (common with Realme)

Display Comparison

The Realme 10 Pro+ likely features a superior display with a higher resolution and potentially better color accuracy, given its 'Infinite' contrast ratio claim. The Narzo 50 Pro's display is adequate but lacks the premium feel of the 10 Pro+. Expect smoother scrolling and more vibrant visuals on the 10 Pro+.

Camera Comparison

While specific camera specs are missing, the Realme 10 Pro+ is expected to have a more advanced camera system. The 'Photo / Video' designation suggests a focus on image quality and video recording capabilities. The Narzo 50 Pro's camera is competent, but likely doesn't match the 10 Pro+'s potential.

Performance

The Dimensity 1080 in the Realme 10 Pro+ provides a noticeable performance boost over the Dimensity 920 in the Narzo 50 Pro. Expect faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the 10 Pro+. Both phones handle everyday tasks well, but the 10 Pro+ shines under heavier loads.

Battery Life

The Realme 10 Pro+'s 67W charging is a significant advantage, cutting charging time dramatically compared to the Narzo 50 Pro's 33W. The 10 Pro+ also boasts an impressive endurance rating, suggesting excellent battery life. Both phones should comfortably last a full day with moderate usage.

Buying Guide

The Realme Narzo 50 Pro is ideal for budget-conscious users who prioritize a decent gaming experience and fast charging without breaking the bank. The Realme 10 Pro+ is perfect for those seeking a premium experience with a powerful processor, faster charging, and a more advanced camera, justifying the higher price tag.