Realme has been consistently pushing the boundaries in the mid-range smartphone market.
The Realme 13+ in Nepal is a testament to their commitment to delivering high-performance devices at lowest prices.
Positioned as a successor to the Realme 12+, the Realme 13+ aims to bring flagship-like features to a broader audience with a focus on design aesthetics, performance, battery and camera capabilities.
Launch
The Realme 13+ was launched on August 29, 2024 targeting the mid-range segment. Priced competitively, it offers various configurations based on RAM and storage options.
Pricing
In Nepal, the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at रू. 39,999, 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant costs रू. 42,999 and the higher-end model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant is available for रू. 45,999.
For Realme 13+ India pricing, the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at ₹ 22,999, 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant variant costs ₹ 24,999 and the higher-end model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant is available for ₹ 26,999.
Unboxing
The device comes in the brand’s signature yellow box with the device’s image and key specifications highlighted on the front.
Inside the retail box, you’ll find:
- The Realme 13+ handset
- A 67W Ultra Charge fast charger
- USB Type-C cable
- Transparent silicone case
- Screen protector
- SIM ejector tool
- 1 year warranty card and user manual
The unboxing experience is straight forward. With all essentials included, it ensures that you have everything you need to get started with the device.
Design
The device features a sleek and modern design continuing the company’s trend of offering some premium aesthetics in the mid-range segment.
The device has a glossy back with a subtle gradient finish that catches light beautifully giving it a premium feel, for sure. The device is flat, not curvy.
Dimensions
This phone measures 161.7 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm. This makes it comfortable to hold and use with one hand.
In-hand feel
The flat edges and smooth back panel contribute to a pleasant in-hand feel ensuring that it doesn’t feel bulky despite its heavy features.
Build quality
The device has a glass front and back with an super-strong plastic frame that adds to its sturdiness.
The build quality feels solid and there’s no creaking or flexing under pocket pressure for up to 1 year.
Later on, it may bend its frame due to variation in temperature or usage or plastic being degraded over time.
Color options
It is available in three color options: Victory Gold, Speed Green and Dark Purple. I liked all of them. And you can choose one as per your taste.
Ports and buttons
- At top: A 3.5mm headphone jack, a microphone and a speaker grille.
- At the bottom: A USB Type-C port, a hybrid SIM Card slot, a microphone and a speaker grille.
- On right-hand side: The volume rocker and power button located perfectly provide easy access.
- On the left-hand side: This side has nothing and is clean.
Check out Vivo V40 Pro Ports and Buttons, here.
Weight
Weighing 185 grams, the Realme 13+ strikes a balance between being lightweight enough for comfortable daily use and heavy enough to feel substantial in hand.
Battery
The Realme 13+ is equipped with a 5000mAh battery offering all-day battery with medium usage.
Charging
The Realme’s included 80W Ultra Charge charger ensures that you can quickly top up the battery with a full charge taking just under 45 minutes.
You can do 1 hour of gaming with a mere 5-minute charge, but 10-minute charge contributes to 2 hours of prolonged gaming. And 100% charged battery provides you up to 8 hours of straight gaming in medium to high gaming settings.
So, this combination of battery capacity and fast charging makes the 13+ a reliable companion for users who are always on the go.
Display
The Realme 13+ sports a 6.7-inch i.e., 69.4mm OLED Esports display with a resolution of 2400 × 1080 pixels FHD+. This provides crisp and vibrant visuals.
The display supports a 120Hz refresh rate making animations and scrolling smoother, more responsive and blazing faster.
The HDR10+ support for Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube ensures you that content consumption whether it’s movies or games is an immersive experience.
The 394 PPI typical 600 nits brightness of the Realme 13+’s display is good for indoor and outdoor usage, but in outdoor cases, the display brightness reaches up to 2000 nits. Si, no problem there at all.
The optical in-display fingerprint sensor works very well.
Performance
Realme 13+ is powered by the 2.5GHz 4-nm based MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy 5G-enabled chipset.
Paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM, the Realme 13+ delivers robust performance across various tasks and provides gaming at 90 FPS at max settings.
So, whether it’s multitasking, gaming or running intensive applications, the device handles everything with ease and without being heated because of the 6050mm² stainless steel vapour cooling chamber.
Benchmarks
- AnTuTu: 7,38,000+
- Geekbench (Single-Core): 1045+
- Geekbench (Multi-Core): 2950+
These scores place the Realme 13+ among the top performers in its segment, particularly excelling in GPU performance making it a solid choice for gaming enthusiasts. Read full tests here.
Realme 13+ full specifications
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy
- CPU clock-speed: 2.5GHz
- RAM: 8GB | 12GB LPDDR4C
- Storage: 128GB | 256GB UFS 3.1
- Display: 6.67-inch OLED, 2400 × 1080 pixels FHD+, 2000 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, 180Hz base touch sampling rate, 1200Hz instantaneous sampling rate
- Battery: 5000mAh, 80W Ultra Charge charging
- Rear Cameras: f/1.8 aperture 50MP OIS Sony LYT-600 main camera, f/2.4 aperture 8MP ultrawide camera, f/2.5 aperture 2MP macro lens
- Front Camera: f/2.4 aperture 16MP selfie camera
- OS: Realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14
- Connectivity: 10 5G network bands, 2.4/5GHz dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, 360° NFC
- SIM: Hybrid SIM card slot (either two SIM cards at once or one SIM card and one microSD card)
- Sensors: Optical in-display fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, magnetic induction sensor i.e., compass, flicker sensor
- Ports: USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
- Speakers: Stereo speakers (placed at top and bottom)
- Additional features: NFC, IP68
- Pricing: Starting from रू 39,999 for 8GB 128GB variant
Realme 13+ camera
Main rear camera
The triple-camera setup on the Realme 13+ is led by a 50MP OIS Sony LYT-600 primary sensor delivering good images even in low light.
It’s a 5P lens. The main camera is supported by OIS with an aperture of f/1.8 having 79° field of view with 26mm focal length.
The 8MP ultrawide camera is good for taking wider coverage images but nothing special here in the camera.
The 2MP Micro lens is a fun addition for close-up photography.
Rear camera photography
For the main rear camera photography features of the Realme 13 Plus 5G, it is a feature-rich camera offering modes like Photo Mode, Video Mode, Night Mode, Professional Mode, Portrait Mode, Street Mode, Panoramic view, Slow Motion, Tilt-shift, Time-lapse, Long Exposure Photo, Doc Scanner, Movie Mode, Dual-view Video, Google Lens.
Rear camera videography
- Normal recording: 4K@30fps, 1080P@60fps/30fps, 720P@60fps/30fps
- Video stabilization: 1080P@60fps (EIS/OIS)
- Slow motion: 1080P@120fps, 720P@240fps/120fps
- Film mode: 1080P@30fps
- Time-lapse: 1080P@30fps
- Multi-view video: 1080P@30fps
Front selfie camera
The 16MP front camera captures clear and vibrant selfies with beautification options to enhance your shots.
Again, it’s 5P lens with f/2.4 aperture having 82.3° field of view.
Front camera photography
The front camera also features tons of features for photography. The features are Photo Mode, Video Mode, Portrait Mode, Night Mode, Panoramic view, Time-lapse, Dual-view Video
Front camera videography
- Default video recording: 720P@30fps
- Max video recording: 1080P@30fps
Ultimately, check out Realme 13+ original camera sample: link is here.
OS and UI
The Realme 13 Plus 5G runs on latest Realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14.
The UI is clean with negligible bloatware, responsive and packed with customization options.
You can enjoy a clean Android experience with added features customizable icons and a system-wide dark mode. The overall user experience is fluid with no noticeable lag or stutter during usage.
Multimedia
With its OLED display and stereo speakers, the 13+ provides an excellent multimedia experience.
Whether you’re watching movies, playing heavy games or listening to music, the audio-visual quality is impressive. The presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack is a plus for those who prefer wired audio.
Network and connectivity
The Realme 13+ supports 10 5G network bands for connectivity ensuring future-proofing as 5G networks become more widespread globally.
It also comes with 2.4/5GHz dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4 and NFC for fast and stable connections. Call quality is clear and the device maintains a strong signal even in areas with weaker coverage.
Sensors
The device is equipped with all the essential sensors including an in-display fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, light sensor, flicker sensor and compass sensor. The fingerprint sensor is fast and accurate for a seamless unlocking experience.
Additional features
- FM Radio: This device does not include an FM radio which is becoming a common in modern smartphones. But, FM radio remains a useful feature for many users.
- SAR: The Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) value of the Realme 13+ is within the safe limits as set by regulatory authorities ensuring it’s safe for prolonged use.
- NFC: The inclusion of NFC allows you for contactless payments and easy pairing with other NFC-enabled devices.
- AI Features: The AI enhancements in the Realme 13+ extend to various aspects of the device including battery management and system performance ensuring you a smarter and more efficient user experience.
Realme 13+ price in Nepal and availability
The Realme 13+ is available in Nepal through authorized retailers and online platforms.
The base variant 8GB/128GB is priced रू. 39,999 in Nepal while the higher-end variant 12GB/256GB is available for रू. 45,999. The device offers average value for money given its specifications and features.
| Realme 13+ variants | Realme 13+ price in Nepal | Realme 13+ price in India |
|---|---|---|
| 8GB 128GB variant | रू. 39,999 | ₹ 22,999 |
| 8GB 256GB variant | रू. 42,999 | ₹ 24,999 |
| 12GB 256GB variant | रू. 45,999 | ₹ 26,999 |
FAQs and people also ask
Is the Realme 13+ waterproof?
Yes, the Realme 13+ does have an official IP rating of IP65 for water or dust resistance.
Does the Realme 13+ support wireless charging?
No, the Realme 13+ does not support wireless charging.
What is the screen refresh rate of the Realme 13+?
The Realme 13+ features a 120Hz refresh rate display.
How good is the battery life of the Realme 13+?
The Realme 13+ has a 5000mAh battery offering a full day of usage with moderate to heavy use.
How does Realme 13+ stand out in the market?
Realme 13+ stands out in the Nepalese market for its Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset abd competitive pricing.
What is Realme 13+ price in Nepal?
The Realme 13+ price in Nepal is kept at रू. 39,999 for the 8GB 128GB base variant.
Is Realme 13 Plus available in Nepal?
Yes, Realme 13+ is available in Nepal.
Realme 13+ pricing in Nepal?
Realme 13 Plus costs रू. 33,999 for base 8GB 128GB variant.
Comparison with predecessor and competitors
Compared to its predecessor, the Realme 12+, the 13+ brings significant improvements in camera quality, processing power and display technology. Realme 13 Pro Plus also beats this device.
When compared to competitors like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13, OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G, IQOO Z9s Pro, Samsung Galaxy A54, the Realme 13+ holds its ground with a better display and faster charging capabilities.
My final thoughts
Friends, the Realme 13+ is a compelling choice in the mid-range segment offering a well-rounded package of design, performance and features.
The Realme 13+ stands out for its Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset for the 90 FPS gaming.
Its vibrant display, decent camera setup and robust performance, are also an added advantage for both casual users and gaming enthusiasts.
But if you want it to buy for photography and videography, never buy it.
If you are a gaming hero, and looking to buy a gaming phone under रू. 39,999 in Nepal, then buy it.
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