Design and Display

Available in Carbon Black and Mint Green hues, the Narzo 50i sports a conventional rectangle design. Measuring 165.2×76.4×8.9mm and weighing 195g, ergonomics are comfortable for one-handed use.

Build quality seems decent considering the plastic body. Upfront is a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD panel with a 720p resolution. Peak brightness measures a satisfactory 400 nits for outdoor legibility. Overall display experience is average for general use cases.

Hardware and Performance

Powering the Narzo 50i is an unnamed octa-core chip clocked at 1.6GHz along with 2-4GB RAM depending on the model. Don’t expect a zippy performance here.

The Unisoc SoC struggles with intense tasks and multitasking. Basic apps and web browsing are relatively smooth. Graphics are handled by the IMG8322 GPU, good enough for casual games.

Cameras and Battery

The single rear 8MP camera captures passable photos in bright light. Selfies are via a 5MP shooter. Don’t expect stellar results here but it fulfills basic photo needs.

Both cameras can record 1080p videos at 30fps. A large 5000mAh battery promises decent uptime on a single charge. 18W charging isn’t the fastest either but suffices.

Software and Features

The Narzo 50i runs Realme’s Go UI skin based on Android 11. It removes unnecessary apps to optimize storage. Regular security updates should keep it running smoothly for a couple of years.

Other features include dual SIM support, microSD storage expansion, a rear fingerprint scanner, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity are also included.

Verdict

Priced around $90, the Realme Narzo 50i is an appealing ultra-budget option. Its massive battery life and lightweight software make up for the mediocre performance. As a basic communication-focused device, it succeeds.

Regular users seeking better performance may want to spend a bit more. But for beginners, the Narzo 50i offers adequate functionality at fantastic value for money.