Realme Q5 Pro vs Realme 11 Pro: The Ultimate Showdown

Realme continues to deliver impressive smartphones at competitive prices. The Q5 Pro and 11 Pro are two strong contenders, but cater to slightly different users. This comprehensive comparison will help you decide which device best fits your priorities.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Realme Q5 Pro boasts a significantly faster Snapdragon 870 chipset, making it the clear winner for performance-focused users. However, the Realme 11 Pro shines with its exceptional battery life and vibrant display, offering a more well-rounded experience for everyday use.

PHONES
Phone Names	Realme Q5 Pro	Realme 11 Pro

Network
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 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41 - International
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, April 20	2023, May 10
Status	Available. Released 2022, April 28	Available. Released 2023, May 15

Body
Build	-	Glass front, leather or plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	162.9 x 75.8 x 8.7 mm (6.41 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)	161.7 x 73.9 x 8.2 mm or 8.8 mm
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	194.5 g (6.88 oz)	183 g or 189 g (6.46 oz)

Display
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density)	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Size	6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 950 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585)	Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 7050 (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 650	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 12, Realme UI 3.0	Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 5.0

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	-

Main Camera
Dual	-	100 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS Auxiliary lens
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	-
Triple	64 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 16mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)	-
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR, panorama	Panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	No
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 (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC	GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Radio	No	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	80W wired	67W wired
Type	5000 mAh	5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, White, Yellow	Astral Black, Sunrise Beige, Oasis Green
Models	RMX3372	RMX3771
Price	About 330 EUR	€ 294.90 / ₹ 21,999

Realme Q5 Pro

Superior Performance (Snapdragon 870)
Faster Charging (80W)
Likely better video recording

Less impressive battery life
Display not as bright as 11 Pro
Potentially less refined camera software

Realme 11 Pro

Exceptional Battery Life
Bright and Vibrant Display
Good Photo Quality

Slower Performance (Dimensity 7050)
Slower Charging (67W)
Less powerful for gaming

Display Comparison

The Realme 11 Pro takes the display crown with its measured 790 nits peak brightness, offering excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. While the Q5 Pro has a good display, it lacks the same level of brightness. Both feature FHD+ resolution, but the 11 Pro's vibrancy is noticeable.

Camera Comparison

Both phones offer capable camera systems, but the Q5 Pro likely has a slight edge in video recording due to the Snapdragon's better ISP. The Realme 11 Pro's camera is well-regarded for its photo quality, particularly in well-lit conditions. Detailed camera testing would be needed for a definitive verdict.

Performance

Here, the Q5 Pro dominates. The Snapdragon 870 is a flagship-level chipset that easily handles demanding games and multitasking. The Dimensity 7050 in the 11 Pro is capable, but noticeably slower in comparison, especially in graphically intensive tasks.

Battery Life

The Realme 11 Pro excels in battery life, boasting an impressive endurance rating of 112 hours. The Q5 Pro's battery life is respectable, but falls short of the 11 Pro's longevity. The 11 Pro's 67W charging is also slightly slower than the Q5 Pro's 80W.

Buying Guide

The Realme Q5 Pro is ideal for gamers, power users, and anyone prioritizing raw performance. The Realme 11 Pro is a better choice for those who value long battery life, a bright display for media consumption, and a more balanced overall experience.