#SmartphonesFaceoff: Realme U1 v/s Realme 2 Pro: Which is better?
What's the story
As the latest addition to its portfolio of smartphones, Realme recently launched the Realme U1 mid-ranger in India. The phone retains the design language of previously launched Realme 2 Pro but comes with a new MediaTek Helio P70 chipset and a 25MP selfie camera. Here, we compare how the two siblings fare against each other in terms of design, features, and specifications. Faceoff time!
Design
At a glance
Realme U1 retains the design of Realme 2 Pro to feature a Dew-drop display with a prominent bottom chin. The back panel is also identical with a dual-rear camera setup and a fingerprint sensor. However, the notable difference is that the polycarbonate back on Realme U1 is a bit glossier while on the Pro variant, it is slightly muted. Winner: Tie.
Information
All about the screen
Both the Realme 2 Pro and Realme U1 sport the same 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1080x2340 pixels) notched display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 90.8% screen-to-body ratio, and a pixel density of 409ppi. Winner: Tie.
Primary Camera
For the shutterbugs
The Realme U1 sports a dual rear-camera comprising a 13MP (f/2.2) main sensor and a 2MP (f/2.4) depth sensor, paired with LED flash. In comparison, the Realme 2 Pro packs a better camera with a dual rear-camera setup comprising a 16-MP (f/1.7) Sony IMX398 sensor, paired with a 2-MP (f/2.4) depth sensor and a bunch of AI-powered image enhancement features. Winner: Realme 2 Pro.
Selfie Camera
For the love of Selfies
In term of the selfie game, Realme U1 wins convincingly. The phone features a 25MP (f/2.0) Sony IMX576 sensor with 296 facial detection points and AI-based features such as Night shot brightness for better, bokeh effect and beautification. On the other hand, the Pro variant gets a 16MP (f/2.0) front camera and comes with AI Beauty 2.0 for better selfies. Winner: Realme U1.
Internals
All the important stuff
The Realme U1 is powered by MediaTek Helio P70 processor, 3GB/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB internal storage (expandable upto 256GB). The Realme 2 Pro runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, coupled with 4GB/6GB/8GB RAM and 64GB/128GB internal storage (expandable up to 256GB). Winner: You be the judge considering both chipsets are at par with each other and the difference comes down to memory and storage.
Nitty-gritty
Connectivity options, battery, software and more
In terms of other parameters, they are indistinguishable. They run the same Android Oreo-based Color 5.2 OS, pack 3,500mAh battery with 10W fast-charging, and have the same array of onboard sensors. Moreover, they share identical connectivity options including 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11a/c, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS, Micro-USB port, headphone jack but except for FM Radio which is available only on Realme U1. Winner: Tie.
How much?
Pricing: The key factor
The Realme U1, available in Black, Blue, and Gold colors, costs Rs. 11,999 for the 3GB/32GB variant and Rs. 14,999 for the 4GB/64GB variant. On the other hand, the Realme 2 Pro costs Rs. 13,990 for the base-end 4GB/64GB variant, Rs. 15,990 for the 6GB/64GB model and Rs. 17,990 for the 8GB/128GB version. It comes in Black, Dark Blue, and Light Blue colors.
Our result
How things stack up!
If you're looking for a dedicated selfie camera phone with overall good performance, then Realme U1 is a no-brainer. However, with a good rear-camera and decent 16MP selfie snapper, a higher memory and storage option, and a fairly powerful chipset, the Realme 2 Pro will deliver on all aspects such as gaming and photography and others. Hence, our pick is Realme 2 Pro.