review with features, price and specifications

The specifications sheet of the Realme P4x suggests that something is missing, but here is the twist: when you do without what is not essential, you discover that what matters works surprisingly well. In our tests, we have been able to verify that the P4x is better than it seems. And that is what makes it interesting for an audience that does not want to pay for specifications that they will never use.

✅ Buy it if…

• You have a tight budget of around 200 euros.
• Do you want a mobile phone enough to answer whatsapps and browse social networks.
• You want to have a battery with which you can forget about the charger for days.

❌ Don’t buy it if…

• You want a mobile phone to play demanding games.
• You give high importance to the photography section.
• You are looking for a compact phone.

The essentials in 30 seconds

The Realme P4x is a entry-level mobilewhich already rules it out as an option for those looking for maximum performance and an ultra-versatile set of cameras. But just because it’s a “cheap” phone doesn’t make it a bad device. In fact, he balances his forces very well.

The strongest point of this mobile is in its huge 7,500 mAh battery which, as I tell you, will serve to provide two days of use (and even more). It combines it with an LCD screen that at a technological level is far from the best, but is nourished by 120 Hz refresh rate and a very good calibration.

It is also a good mobile for take photosalthough without great results. It is a compliant device if there is one and whose price factor It will be essential to unbalance the balance. And it starts at 220 euros, although in its first days of launch it has an offer that makes it even more affordable.

Our experience with the Realme P4x

Big, but manageable. The Realme P4x is a big phone, but it doesn’t feel slippery and it’s easy to reach its entire button panel (on the right side) even with one hand. It doesn’t feel like it has premium material, but it is still comfortable in hand and, although its camera module stands out, it doesn’t “dance” when placed on a table.

Approved screen and sound. The Realme P4x makes it clear from the first glance that it is an entry-level mobile, with large frames and a front camera in waterdrop format. Its IPS screen does not stand out for its excellent calibration, but it offers a balanced experience with good viewing angles, sufficient brightness indoors and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. Where it is weakest is in the sound, with a single speaker that offers somewhat canned and not very powerful audio, although it maintains good connection options by allowing Bluetooth headphones, USB-C and a 3.5 mm jack.

Adjusted performance. The phone has a Unisoc T250, a much lower profile processor than the ones we usually find in other Android phones. On a day-to-day basis it does not present any major problems and moves applications such as WhatsApp, Google Maps, YouTube, Instagram or the browser, and even some casual games, with ease, although it takes time to load and open them. It is not a processor designed to play demanding titles and has an important limitation: it is not compatible with 5G networks.

No battery surprises (and that’s a good thing). The battery is one of its strong points thanks to the 7,500 mAh capacity. With normal use, that is, social networks, messaging and some casual games, you can easily exceed two days and even get close to three. The fast charging system has a power of 45W and takes an hour and a quarter to fully charge, although it is possible to achieve a few extra hours of autonomy with occasional charges of 15-20 minutes. Needless to say, the charger is not included in the box.

Enough camera. This device has on the back a 50 megapixel sensor and another 2 megapixel monochrome sensor, which I already told you is purely testimonial, since it is not used for any special photo mode, but is a support for the main one that is barely noticeable. The results are acceptable, although with a certain tendency to over-saturate the colors. The portraits usually have a good level of cropping, although in some examples like the previous one there are some errors when focusing on part of the background when it shouldn’t.

The front camera is the section with the most room for improvement, with lower color quality and naturalness, as well as a portrait mode that tends to fail when it comes to separating the subject from the background. Overall, the Realme P4x has a solvent main camera for daily use, although it is not a mobile phone designed for those looking for a more complete photography experience.

Realme P4x technical sheet

Realme P4x, Xataka’s opinion

The Realme P4x is one of those phones that perfectly understands what its role is. It is not intended to compete with the mid-range or stand out for power or photography, but it does offer a balanced experience at a very reasonable price. And for this it has several incentives.

Its huge battery marks the difference compared to most rivals and, together with well-optimized software and a correct 120 Hz screen, it makes daily use more satisfactory than one would expect in this price range.

It has obvious shortcomings in performance for demanding games, in sound and in photographic versatility, but they are acceptable concessions if you take into account its cost. For just over 200 euros, it is a highly recommended option for those looking for a simple, reliable mobile phone capable of lasting several days away from the socket.

Do I recommend it to you?

The Realme P4x is an entry-level mobile, which is why I do not recommend it to those looking for a little more power and a more versatile set of cameras. However, I will not hesitate to recommend it to those who have a panswer adjusted and/or don’t need grandes specs. Especially for those who want to forget about the charger for days without giving up using their cell phone.

This device has been provided for testing by Realme. You can consult how we do reviews on Xataka and our business relations policy.

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