realme C25YvsUlefone Power Armor 14 Pro

realme C25Y

Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro

realme C25Y

The Realme C25Y is a budget smartphone that boasts a 50-megapixel primary camera, which is a notable feature in its price range. The device's design is similar to previous C-series models, with a textured finish and a physical fingerprint sensor on the back. However, the screen resolution is only 720p, which may be disappointing for some users. The phone's camera quality is impressive, especially in bright lighting conditions. Details are sharp, colors look natural, and dynamic range is acceptable. The primary camera takes decent images, while the macro and black-and-white cameras work poorly. The selfie shooter produces good images considering its price point. However, the device's performance is let down by an entry-level Unisoc T610 chipset, which is a below-average processor for Realme. This chipset is not as powerful as those found in other budget smartphones from the brand. The phone offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, although this can be expanded with a microSD card. The battery life is a redeeming feature, with up to two days of use on a single charge, and fast charging that can top up the device in under an hour and a half. The phone runs on Android 11.0 with Realme's UI, but the display resolution could have been better. Overall, the Realme C25Y is a decent option for those looking for a budget smartphone with good camera quality and long battery life. However, its performance is hindered by an underpowered chipset, and the price point may be confusing due to these limitations.

Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro

The Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro is a rugged phone designed to withstand harsh environments. While it achieves its water-resistant goal, its shockproof claims are questionable due to the glass-covered screen. Dropping this phone could result in a broken screen, as I experienced with previous rugged phones. A 10,000mAh battery powers the device, paired with a low-power MediaTek Helio G85 CPU. This setup yields over 15 hours of screen time on a single charge. Charging is fast, with support for 18W wired and 15W wireless charging. The phone's design features rubberized plastic corners, metal sides, and a back made from a combination of plastic and rubber. While it doesn't win any beauty awards, it's sturdy enough to withstand drops. Other notable features include a 3.5mm audio jack, customizable button, USB-C port, and a single speaker with mediocre sound quality. The fingerprint scanner on the power button works reasonably well but is slow. The phone boasts a 6.52-inch IPS screen with 720p resolution, which feels outdated in 2022. Outdoor use reveals low brightness levels making it difficult to view content in direct sunlight. Camera performance is average, with two cameras (one for portrait mode) and maximum recording resolution of 1080p. Image stabilization is absent. Performance-wise, the phone is not a powerhouse, scoring around 260K on Antutu benchmarks. Most applications run smoothly, but gaming is limited to casual experiences. The Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro is an average device that excels at battery life but falls short in performance and camera capabilities.