Briefing Document: Realme 14 Pro
1. Introduction
This document provides a summary of the specifications and features of the Realme 14 Pro, a smartphone anticipated for release in January 2025. The phone is positioned as a mid-range device with a focus on display quality, battery life, and a capable camera system.
2. Key Specifications & Features
- Release Date & Status:Expected release: January 23, 2025
- Announced: January 16, 2025
- Status: "Coming soon."
- Physical Design:Dimensions: 162.8 x 74.9 x 7.6 mm or 7.8 mm
- Weight: 179g or 182g
- Build: IP68/IP69 dust/water resistance (up to 1.5m for 30 min), MIL-STD-810H compliant, indicating robust build.
- SIM: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
- Display:Type: OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz refresh rate.
- Brightness: 1400 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak)
- Size: 6.77 inches, with a high screen-to-body ratio (~90.9%).
- Resolution: 1080 x 2392 pixels (~388 ppi density).
- Performance:OS: Android 15 with Realme UI 6.0.
- Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm).
- CPU: Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55).
- GPU: Mali-G615 MC2
- Memory:No card slot for external storage
- Internal Storage Options: 128GB with 8GB RAM, 256GB with 8GB RAM, 256GB with 12GB RAM.
- Cameras:Main Camera (Dual):50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS.
- 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth sensor).
- Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama.
- Video Recording: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS.
- Selfie Camera (Single):16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm
- Features: Panorama
- Video Recording: 1080p@30fps
- Audio:Stereo speakers
- No 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Connectivity:Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
- Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE
- GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
- NFC (market/region dependent)
- USB Type-C 2.0
- Battery:Type: Si/C Li-Ion 6000 mAh
- Charging: 45W wired, 50% in 36 min.
- Sensors:Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass.
- Colors: Pearl White, Jaipur Pink, Suede Grey
- Model: RMX5056
- Price: Approximately 280 EUR
3. Key Themes and Important Ideas
- Mid-Range Focus: The Realme 14 Pro seems to be targeted at the mid-range market, offering a balance of features and affordability. This is reflected in its processor, camera setup, and price point.
- Display Prowess: The OLED display with its 120Hz refresh rate, high brightness (4500 nits peak), and a large screen-to-body ratio is a standout feature, indicating a strong emphasis on visual experience.
- Battery Life: The large 6000mAh battery is a highlight, promising long usage times. 45W charging is reasonable at this pricepoint for a mid-range device.
- Camera Downgrade: Some users noted the lack of an ultrawide lens and a downgrade to the front facing camera. User WW3 notes the device is a "Slightly downgrade, removing ultrawide cam and 16mp front cam."
- Design Continuity: User "Trololo" comments that the design of the device is a "back to Realme 11 pro design when i see black variant" indicating a possible similarity to previous Realme phone designs.
- Robust Build: The inclusion of IP68/IP69 dust/water resistance and MIL-STD-810H compliance highlights a focus on durability, something not always present in mid-range phones.
- Lack of Ultrawide: User "Trololo" also notes that the inclusion of only a depth sensor instead of an ultrawide lens is a "gimmick". The user says "3 cam, one of them is gimmick damn atleast bring ultrawide even without telephoto in this ver".
- Software: The phone will ship with the latest Android 15 and Realme UI 6.0 which will likely provide a smooth and optimized user experience.
4. User Opinions and Reviews:
The user opinions section highlights a couple of key points:
- Disappointment Over Camera: Some users are disappointed with the camera setup, particularly the absence of an ultrawide lens.
- Design Preference: At least one user liked the design of the phone compared to previous models.
5. Related Devices:
The "Related devices" section shows that the Realme 14 Pro is likely to be compared with other similar phones from Realme and Xiaomi, particularly the Realme 14 Pro+, Realme 13 Pro and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro and Xiaomi Poco X7.
6. Conclusion
The Realme 14 Pro is shaping up to be a potentially strong contender in the mid-range smartphone market. Its focus on display quality, long battery life, and robust design, along with the latest software, is a combination that could be appealing. However, the camera setup may be a point of contention for some users, as suggested by the early user feedback. The lack of ultrawide lens and a downgrade of the front-facing camera is something to note. Overall, it is positioned as a balanced mid-range device with some premium features.
