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Realme 1 Price in South Africa
Buying the Realme 1 in South Africa
No shop in South Africa that we track has listed the Realme 1 yet, so there is no local price for it right now. Sell this phone in South Africa? List it on infozme.com for free.
- Warranty: check whether the phone comes with the official warranty in South Africa or is an imported (international) unit. Imports can be cheaper but may not be covered by local service centres.
- Network bands: make sure the model sold in South Africa supports your carrier's 4G/5G bands — see the Network section of the specs below.
- Before you pay: confirm the price, stock, storage/RAM version and colour with the shop, as prices change often.
What is the Realme 1 price in South Africa?
The Realme 1 is not listed by shops in South Africa that we track yet, so there is no local price for it right now.
Where can I buy the Realme 1 in South Africa?
We have not found a shop in South Africa selling the Realme 1 yet. Phone shops in South Africa can list it on infozme.com for free.
Full Specifications
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 6.0 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Features | 402 ppi density |
Platform
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 (initially ColorOS 5.0) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot), up to 256GB |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Features | AI features, portrait mode |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 3410 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | Standard charging |
Body
| Dimensions | 156.5 x 75.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 155 g |
| Build | Plastic body, glass back |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
Launch
| Announced | May 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Attractive "diamond-cut" design
- Good performance for its price range (Helio P60)
- Decent battery life
- Dedicated microSD card slot
- Large Full HD+ display without a notch
- Loud and clear speaker
- Fast face unlock
Cons
- No fingerprint sensor
- Average cameras
- Cluttered ColorOS (at launch)
- MicroUSB port instead of USB-C
- No fast charging
In The Box & Warranty
- Realme 1 Handset
- Wall Adapter (Charger)
- MicroUSB Cable
- SIM Ejector Tool
Standard manufacturer's warranty, typically one year for the device and six months for accessories.
Questions & Answers
Is the Realme 1 still a good phone to buy in 2026?
No, the Realme 1 is an outdated model released in 2018. While it offered good value at its launch, it lacks modern features, software support, and performance compared to current smartphones.
Does the Realme 1 have a fingerprint sensor?
No, the Realme 1 does not feature a fingerprint sensor. It relies on face unlock for biometric security.
What processor does the Realme 1 use?
The Realme 1 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P60 (12 nm) octa-core processor.
What is the battery capacity of the Realme 1?
The Realme 1 has a non-removable Li-Ion 3410 mAh battery.
What kind of display does the Realme 1 have?
It features a 6.0-inch IPS LCD display with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio.
When was the Realme 1 released?
The Realme 1 was officially released in May 2018.