If you’re in the market for a budget-friendly smartphone, there are two very interesting options to consider in this price range—Oppo K13 Turbo Pro 5G and the Realme 15 Pro 5G, both of which offer great capabilities below ₹40000 with their differences catering to a different kind of consumer’s needs. We’re going to break down what each has to offer so you can decide which is best for you.
Realme 15 Pro 5G base model is ₹28999 for 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The higher model is ₹35999 with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage.
It comes in 3 colour options Velvet Green, Silk Purple, and Flowing Silver.
Oppo K13 Turbo Pro 5G starts at ₹37999 for 8GB + 256GB option. The 12GB + 256GB variant is ₹39999.
It comes in 3 colours as well, Midnight Maverick, Purple Phantom, and Silver Knight. Oppo is more expensive than Realme.
Oppo has a 6.8-inch flat FHD+AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh and maximum peak brightness is 1600 nits.
It supports 1.07 billion colors with significant contrast and clarity.
Realme also offers a 6.8-inch screen, but with slightly curved edges and with a 144Hz refresh rate.
It has max brightness 6500 nits so it performs better in direct sunlight and much better motion in general.
Oppo is heavier and thicker, measuring 208g and 8.3mm. It has a cooling fan and rated IPX6/8/9 resistance for gaming enthusiasts. Realme is lighter and slimmer, measuring 187g and 7.7mm. The curved back makes it more comfortable to hold.
Oppo uses Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and is practically at flagship level. Capable of gaming and multitasking when put to the test. Realme uses Snapdragon 7 Gen 4. More balanced when it comes to power and battery for everyday use.
Both phones have a 7,000 mAh battery with 80W fast charge. Oppo uses SUPERVOOC Flash Charge while Realme uses Ultra Charge branding. Both battery systems promise battery longevity and a quick top-up.
Oppo has one main 50MP camera with OIS and one 2MP camera. However, they also have a 16MP front camera with 4K video. Realme also has a dual camera 50MP rear camera system for an ultrawide. Realme has a 50MP front camera, multiple shoot modes and 4K video.
Choose the Oppo K13 Turbo Pro 5G for gaming performance and thermal control. Choose the Realme 15 Pro 5G if you care about camera quality, display and good price.
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