realme Narzo N53vsSamsung Galaxy F04

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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realme Narzo N53
Narzo N53
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T612
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Realme Narzo N53 offers exceptional battery life, delivering up to 2 days of usage with moderate usage patterns.
The Realme Narzo N53's impressive display offers good visuals and smooth performance, despite lacking the highest refresh rate available.
The Realme N53's camera delivers decent results for its price point, with good daylight shots and portrait mode.
The Realme Narzo N53 offers decent performance for everyday tasks and basic usage with smooth gaming experience.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy F04
Galaxy F04
Processor:MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy F04 boasts an impressive battery life, lasting over a day and a half with moderate use.
The Samsung Galaxy F04's display offers a solid viewing experience with crisp visuals for casual use.
The Samsung Galaxy F04 delivers decent image quality and video recording capabilities at an affordable price point.
The Samsung Galaxy F04 offers impressive performance at an affordable price point overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
realme Narzo N53
1.80 GHz
Samsung Galaxy F04
2.30 GHz

RAM

Tie
realme Narzo N53
4GB
Samsung Galaxy F04
4GB

Storage

Tie
realme Narzo N53
64GB
Samsung Galaxy F04
64GB

Weight

Winner
realme Narzo N53
182g
Samsung Galaxy F04
188g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
realme realme Narzo N53
Samsung Samsung Galaxy F04
Model
Unisoc Tiger T612
MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
CPU
2 x ARM Cortex, A75 1.8Ghz + 6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz
4x Cortex, A53 2.3 GHz + 4x Cortex, A53 1.8 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
14
Frequency
1.80
2.30
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Mali-G57 MP1
PowerVR GE8320
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
N/A
Capacity
64
64
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
No
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
No
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
N/A
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
220000
121534
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 57% of devices
Overall performance better than 51% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

realme Narzo N53

Strengths

It comes with good looks, with a unique design that gives it a premium look from a distance.
The display quality is good, and the UI is also quite elegant, despite having hot apps and games options.
It has a long-lasting battery life of around 1-1.5 days, depending on usage, which is great for basic usage.
It can shoot decent night shots that can be shared on social media, and daylight shots are good too.
The phone's performance is good for basic usage, and it can run heavy applications to an extent.

Weaknesses

Despite looking premium from a distance, the phone feels plain when turned in hand, and the frame and plastic body may not be durable enough.
It has an average to above-average camera quality, which may not be sufficient for photography enthusiasts.
The phone's processor is Unisoc, which may not be as powerful as some other processors, affecting gaming performance.
There are some design similarities with iPhones, which may make it hard for people to decide between this and an actual iPhone.
The UI has some unnecessary hot apps and games options that can be disabled.

Samsung Galaxy F04

Strengths

The back panel comes with a glossy and stylish design which looks beautiful.
The camera has a main sensor of 13 megapixels with autofocus feature, suitable for shooting moving objects.
The phone supports stereo speakers with good quality sound.
It has a face unlock feature for biometric recognition.
The screen protection is made of tempered glass, which gets less scratched than normal glass.
Android update of two years (up to Android 14) will be automatically updated.
The price is competitive at $90 US dollars.

Weaknesses

No fingerprint scanner is provided.
The screen resolution is only HD Plus with a low refresh rate of 60 Hz.
No headphone jack is given, only USB Type-C port and microphone.
Camera cannot provide detailed selfie images.
Only single variant of 4GB + 64GB internal storage is available.
Read Full Reviews

realme Narzo N53

The Realme N53 is a budget-friendly smartphone that boasts a range of impressive features. With a 5000mAh battery, 33W SuperVOOC charge support, and a 90Hz refresh rate display, this device checks all the right boxes. The sleek design and slim body make it a stylish addition to any phone collection. Powered by a Unisoc processor and with a quad-camera setup, the Realme N53 promises to deliver solid performance at an affordable price point, making it an attractive option for those on a budget.

Samsung Galaxy F04

The Samsung Galaxy F04 is the latest budget-friendly smartphone from the company's F-series, which is essentially a rebranded version of the Galaxy A04e. The phone boasts a stylish design with a glossy back panel, dual SIM tray on the left side, and a power button and volume rockers on the right side. The device features a 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with an HD+ resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate, which might make it less suitable for heavy graphics users. Under the hood, it's powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The camera department includes a 13MP primary sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and autofocus, accompanied by a 2MP depth sensor for taking pictures of small objects. The phone also features a 5MP selfie camera with an f/2.5 aperture. In terms of performance, the Galaxy F04 scored around 213754 in benchmark tests, which is relatively average. The phone supports 4G connectivity, Wi-Fi 802.11, and Bluetooth 5.0, along with a massive 5000mAh battery that can be charged quickly using a 15W fast charger. The phone's price is around $90 (USD) or ₹8,000 (Indian Rupees), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious buyers. Overall, the Galaxy F04 seems to be a decent offering from Samsung in this segment, but its performance and camera capabilities are nothing to write home about.

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