[ REALME ]
Smartphones
Realme C53
Overall Score
41/100
Key Technical Specifications
Processor (CPU)
133466
Graphics (GPU)
24827
[ EXPERT VERDICT · SUMMARY ]
Realme C53 is an engineering-tested smartphones achieving an overall rating of 41/100. It is positioned for balanced everyday compute and power efficiency.
Benchmark Performance Scores
Normalized 0–100 Scale
DeviceBenchmark Score
Rating: Poor
41/100
Gaming
Rating: Poor
11/100
Performance
Rating: Poor
22/100
Detailed Technical Specifications
Battery
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery type | Li-Po |
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Fast charging | Yes (27% in 30 min) |
| Full charging time | 1:09 hr |
| Max charge power | 33 W |
| Replaceable | No |
| Reverse charging | No |
| Wireless charging | No |
Benchmarks
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU | 133466 |
| Data manipulation | 5659 |
| GPU | 24827 |
| Graphics score | 48 |
| Memory | 68715 |
| Multi-core score | 1511 |
| Photo editing | 17200 |
| Single-core score | 422 |
| Total score | 329014 |
| UX | 102006 |
| Video editing | 4578 |
| Web score | 7136 |
| Writing score | 9931 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
| 3G network | WCDMA 1/3/5/8 |
| 4G network | LTE 1/3/5/8/38/40/41 |
| 5G support | Yes |
| Bluetooth features | LE |
| Bluetooth version | 5 |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| Hybrid slot | No |
| Infrared port | No |
| LTE Cat* | 7 |
| Multi SIM mode | Standby |
| NFC* | No |
| Number of SIM* | 2 |
| Type of SIM card | Nano |
| USB features | - Charging- USB-Storage mode- OTG |
| USB type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2 |
| Wi-Fi features | - Dual Band- Wi-Fi Direct- Wi-Fi Hotspot- Wi-Fi Display |
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) |
| eSIM support* | No |
Design and build
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Gold |
| Fingerprint scanner | Yes, in-button |
| Frame material | Plastic |
| Height | 167.3 mm (6.59 inches) |
| Rear material | Plastic |
| Thickness | 7.49 mm (0.29 inches) |
| Waterproof | No |
| Weight | 182 g (6.42 oz) |
| Width | 76.7 mm (3.02 inches) |
Display
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Adaptive refresh rate | No |
| Aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Display features | - DCI-P3 |
| HDR support | No |
| Max rated brightness | 560 nits |
| PPI | 390 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Screen protection | Tempered glass |
| Screen-to-body ratio | 85.5% |
| Size | 6.74 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD |
Main camera
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 1080p video recording | Up to 30FPS |
| 4K video recording | No |
| 8K video recording | No |
| Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Autofocus | Phase autofocus |
| Camera features | - Bokeh mode- Pro mode |
| Flash | LED |
| Image resolution | 8192 x 6144 |
| Lenses | 1) Standard: 50 MP2) Depth: 0.3 MP |
| Matrix | 50 megapixels |
| Stabilization | Digital |
| Zoom | Digital |
Memory
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Channels | 2 |
| Memory card | MicroSD |
| Memory card max size | Up to 2048 GB |
| Memory clock | 1866 MHz |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X |
| RAM size | 6 GB |
| Storage size | 128 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 |
Other
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Announced | May 2023 |
| Bundled charger | Yes, 33 W |
| Category | Budget |
| Launch price (MSRP) | $180 |
| Release date | May 2023 |
| Sensors | - Proximity sensor- Gyroscope- Accelerometer- Ambient light sensor- Compass- Fingerprint |
Performance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Architecture | - 6 cores at 1.8 GHz: Cortex-A55- 2 cores at 1.8 GHz: Cortex-A75 |
| CPU cores | 8 (2 + 6) |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T612 |
| FLOPS | ~39.3 GFLOPS |
| GPU clock | 650 MHz |
| GPU shading units | 32 |
| Graphics | Mali-G57 MP1 |
| Lithography process | 12 nanometers |
| Manufacturing | TSMC |
| Max clock | 1800 MHz |
Selfie camera
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Depth sensor (TOF 3D) | No |
| Megapixels | 8 megapixels |
| Sensor | CMOS |
| Video resolution | 720p at 30 FPS |
Software
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| OS updates | 1 year |
| Operating system | Android 13 |
| ROM | Realme UI T |
| Security updates | 2 years |
Sound
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No |
| FM radio | No |
| Headphone audio jack | Yes |
| Speakers | Mono |
Strengths & Limitations
Key Advantages
- Vibrant - DCI-P3 screen providing consistent color accuracy for multimedia.
- Powered by Unisoc Tiger T612 ensuring responsive multitasking, gaming throughput, and fluid app navigation.
- High-capacity battery (5000 mAh) engineered for extended multi-day endurance under typical workloads.
Key Considerations
- Premium feature tier reflected in higher price-to-performance curve compared to budget models.
- Sustained peak gaming sessions may cause noticeable thermal throttling without auxiliary cooling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DeviceBenchmark score of the Realme C53?
The Realme C53 scores 41/100 in DeviceBenchmark testing across our standardized benchmark suite.
Is the Realme C53 good for gaming?
The Realme C53 has a Gaming score of 11/100 in our benchmarks.
Methodology, Provenance & Verification
Score version 2026.1 · Data verified 2026-08-26 · Source: official manufacturer datasheets and standardized reproducible benchmark suites (Geekbench 6, Cinebench R24, 3DMark).