Realme 1 vs Realme 3i

The Realme 1 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Realme 3i (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 3i leads — 25/100 vs 24/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 3i has the bigger battery (4230 mAh vs 3410); the Realme 1 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 175g).

The Realme 3i edges out the Realme 1 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 1
Performance 17
Display 58
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 85
Value for money
Realme 3i
Performance 17
Display 39
Camera 12
Battery 39
Portability 71
Value for money
What makes Realme 1 better?
  • Lighter: 155g vs 175g

  • Better display (58/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better portability (85/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Realme 3i better?
  • Bigger battery: 4230 vs 3410 mAh

  • Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 1 vs the Realme 3i, the Realme 3i scores 1 points higher (25/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 3i leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 17/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 1 notably outperforms the Realme 3i (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 3i and the Realme 1 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 3i notably outperforms the Realme 1 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 1 is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).

Realme 1: The Realme 1 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme 3i: The Realme 3i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 1 Realme 3i
Processor MediaTek Helio P60 MediaTek Helio P60
AnTuTu 232802 232802
Geekbench Single 341 341
Geekbench Multi 779 779
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.2" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2160 720x1520
Refresh rate
Battery 3410 mAh 4230 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 13 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 8.1 (Oreo); ColorOS 5.2 Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10.0
NFC no no
Dimensions 156.5×75.2×7.8 mm 156.1×75.6×8.3 mm
Weight 155 g 175 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Realme 1
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Realme 3i
  • Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Realme 1
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2160
  • Refresh rate: —
58
display
Realme 3i
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1520
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Battery and charging
Realme 1
  • 3410 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Realme 3i
  • 4230 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 1 and Realme 3i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 1 MediaTek Helio P60
24/100
232802 AnTuTu
Realme 3i MediaTek Helio P60
25/100
232802 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 17/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 1 notably outperforms the Realme 3i (58/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 3i and the Realme 1 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 3i notably outperforms the Realme 1 (39/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme 1 is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 1 or the Realme 3i?

The Realme 3i edges out the Realme 1 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme 1 and the Realme 3i?

The Realme 1 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Realme 3i — 25/100.

Should you choose the Realme 1 over the Realme 3i?

The Realme 1 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 3i is a better fit for everyday use.