The Realme Narzo 50 5G and Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G have officially launched in India, bringing MediaTek Dimensity-powered performance to budget-conscious buyers who want 5G connectivity without stretching their wallets. Both handsets are squarely aimed at the younger generation and pack a surprising amount of hardware for their respective price points.
Realme Narzo 50 5G: Specs and Price
The standard Realme Narzo 50 5G runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 810 octa-core chipset, delivering reliable 5G speeds and smooth multitasking. The 6.6-inch full-HD+ display supports a 90Hz refresh rate, a 180Hz touch sampling rate for responsive gaming, and peaks at 600 nits of brightness. On the back is a dual-camera setup led by a 48-megapixel primary sensor, paired with a monochrome portrait camera. A dedicated 8-megapixel front camera handles selfies. Connectivity covers 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB Type-C, while a side-mounted fingerprint sensor keeps the phone secure. A 5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging rounds out the package.
| Variant | RAM / Storage | Price (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Base | 4 GB / 64 GB | ₹15,999 |
| Mid | 4 GB / 128 GB | ₹16,999 |
| Top | 6 GB / 128 GB | ₹17,999 |
Sales for the Narzo 50 5G opened on May 24 at 12 noon.
Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G: Specs and Price
The Pro variant steps up to a MediaTek Dimensity 920 octa-core processor and swaps the LCD for a 6.4-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, 1,000 nits peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The triple rear camera system is anchored by a 48-megapixel Samsung S5KGM1ST sensor, complemented by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a macro camera. For video calls, a 16-megapixel front camera delivers crisp selfies. The Pro model also upgrades the audio experience with dual stereo speakers tuned with Dolby Atmos and adds an in-display fingerprint sensor that doubles as a heart-rate monitor. Battery capacity stays at 5,000 mAh with the same 33W fast-charge support.
| Variant | RAM / Storage | Price (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Base | 6 GB / 128 GB | ₹21,999 |
| Top | 8 GB / 128 GB | ₹23,999 |
Sales for the Narzo 50 Pro 5G started on May 26 at 12 noon.
How the Two Phones Compare
Choosing between the two comes down to budget and priorities. The Realme Narzo 50 5G is the better pick if you want a larger screen with a gaming-friendly 180Hz touch sampling rate and prefer saving money for accessories. The Pro model is worth the premium if you value a sharper AMOLED panel, the stronger Dimensity 920 chip, Dolby Atmos stereo sound, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and a more capable three-camera rear system.
Key Differences at a Glance
- Processor: Dimensity 810 (standard) vs. Dimensity 920 (Pro)
- Display: 6.6-inch LCD at 600 nits vs. 6.4-inch Super AMOLED at 1,000 nits
- Rear cameras: Dual (48 MP + monochrome) vs. Triple (48 MP + 8 MP ultra-wide + macro)
- Front camera: 8 MP vs. 16 MP
- Fingerprint sensor: Side-mounted vs. In-display (also heart-rate sensor)
- Audio: Standard vs. Dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Starting price: ₹15,999 vs. ₹21,999
Battery and Charging
Both phones share an identical 5,000 mAh cell and 33W fast-charge support, so neither has an advantage on endurance or charging speed. Expect a full charge in well under an hour with a compatible 33W adapter.
Connectivity and Security
Both models support 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB Type-C. The primary difference is the fingerprint-sensor placement — side-mounted on the standard model versus the more premium in-display solution on the Pro, which also integrates a heart-rate monitor.
