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The realme 5 was launched in the Philippines in October 2019 as a budget-friendly smartphone offering a large display, a versatile quad-camera system, and a massive battery. It quickly became a notable contender in the under-PHP 10,000 segment, praised for delivering strong value. We've compiled all the key information from our coverage, including its official specs, local pricing, and how it stacks up against competitors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the realme 5 in the Philippines?

The realme 5 was launched in the Philippines with three variants at different price points: the 3GB + 32GB model was a Lazada exclusive priced at PHP 6,990; the 3GB + 64GB model cost PHP 7,990; and the 4GB + 128GB variant was priced at PHP 9,990.

What are the key specifications of the realme 5?

The realme 5 features a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a mini-drop notch, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor, and a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging. Its camera setup includes a quad-rear system (12MP main, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP portrait, 2MP macro) and a 13MP front camera. It runs ColorOS 6 based on Android 9 Pie, has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, and includes Corning Gorilla Glass 3+ protection.

How does the realme 5 compare to the realme 5i and realme 5 Pro?

Compared to the realme 5i, the standard realme 5 offers more RAM/storage options (up to 4GB/128GB vs. the 5i's 3GB/64GB), a higher-resolution 13MP front camera (vs. 8MP), and supports 10W fast charging (which the 5i lacks). Compared to the realme 5 Pro, the realme 5 has a larger battery (5,000mAh vs. 4,035mAh) but uses a less powerful Snapdragon 665 chipset (vs. Snapdragon 712), a lower-resolution main camera (12MP vs. 48MP), and a Micro-USB port (vs. USB Type-C on the Pro).