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Realme has expanded its midrange lineup with the new Realme 15x, a battery-focused smartphone that pairs a high-refresh-rate display with rugged water resistance and generous battery life. The phone aims to deliver long runtimes and practical durability at an affordable price point.
Display and performance for everyday use
The Realme 15x is built around a large 6.8 inch HD plus LCD that supports a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 1,200 nits of peak brightness. Realme highlights a Smart Touch feature that makes the screen usable with wet or oily hands, when wearing gloves, and even through some waterproof bags, which is useful for outdoor or rugged scenarios.
Under the hood sits the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset paired with up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. Storage can be expanded via microSD by up to 2 TB, giving plenty of room for media and apps. The phone ships with Android 15 based Realme UI 6 out of the box.
Camera system and AI photography tools
For imaging, Realme equips the 15x with a 50 MP primary rear camera that uses the Sony IMX852 sensor. A second rear camera is present, though Realme has not specified its exact function. Selfies are handled by a 50 MP OmniVision OV50D40 front sensor.
The 15x also includes a suite of AI-driven camera features to enhance photos, such as AI Landscape, AI Eraser, AI Ultra Clarity 2.0, AI Glare Remover, AI Motion Deblur, and AI Image Matting. On the back, a customizable Pulse Light offers notification cues with nine color options and five glowing modes.
Battery, charging, and rugged credentials
Battery life is a headline spec: the Realme 15x packs a 7,000 mAh battery and ships with an 80W power adapter in the box. However, the handset itself supports up to 60W wired charging and offers 6.5W reverse wired charging to top up other devices. The phone measures 8.2 mm thick and weighs 212 g, with a side mounted fingerprint scanner for biometric security.
Realme promotes an "IP69 Pro" rating alongside MIL STD 810H certification. In practice, the phone carries IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings, while the term IP69 Pro is used by Realme to indicate combined compliance and additional water resistance tests. The company also claims protection against 36 kinds of liquids across a temperature range of 0°C to 85°C, though it has not published a detailed list.
Availability and pricing
The Realme 15x is available in Aqua Blue, Marine Blue, and Maroon Red finishes. Two memory configurations are offered in India: 6 GB RAM with 128 GB storage at INR 16,999 and 8 GB RAM with 128 GB storage at INR 17,999. Sales are live through Realme's online store, Flipkart, and authorized retail partners.
Conclusion
The Realme 15x targets users who prioritize long battery life and a high refresh rate display without paying flagship prices. With durable IP ratings, expandable storage, and a large battery, it could be an attractive choice for outdoor users and power users on a budget. Keep in mind the charging cap at 60W and that the IP69 Pro label reflects combined testing rather than a new industry standard.
Source: gsmarena
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