Realme 10 Pro Review: Packed with Impressive Features in the Mid-Range Segment

Alongside the notable upgrades in the realme 10, its 'big brother' realme 10 Pro is equally impressive, boasting powerful performance with the Snapdragon 695 processor, a 120 Hz refresh rate display, and a 108 MP camera—features rarely seen in the mid-range smartphone segment. So, how does the realme 10 Pro perform in terms of power? Is the realme 10 Pro camera capable of capturing beautiful photos? How long does the realme 10 Pro battery last? Let's dive into the review of realme 10 Pro to discover more about this phone!

Note: This article includes content and images referenced from GSMArena.

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realme 10 Pro Stylish Design, Firm Grip Sensation

Firstly, let's talk about the box and accessories of the realme 10 Pro. The product is housed in a large rectangular box with a dominant familiar yellow color. The product name is prominently printed on the left edge along with the brand logo at the bottom edge. Upon opening, the manufacturer provides a complete set of accompanying accessories such as: User manual, SIM ejector tool, protective case, USB Type-C charging cable, fast charger, and finally, the realme 10 Pro smartphone—the star of the show today.

Hands-on with the realme 10 Pro, the device left a strong impression with its stylish design showcased on the squared edges and gently curved corners, providing an elegant and modern look along with a youthful, dynamic feel. Thanks to these refined lines and a weight of only 192 grams, the realme 10 Pro delivers an incredibly comfortable and lightweight hand feel.

On the back, this area of the realme 10 Pro is crafted from premium matte plastic with a sky-blue hue, providing a visually soothing sensation. Additionally, the use of matte plastic material helps minimize sweat and fingerprint marks, ensuring a clean and attractive appearance. Moreover, the back of the realme 10 Pro features a large dual-camera module placed directly on the surface without bezels, not only making the device stand out but also creating a seamless feel.

Delving into the details of the frame of the realme 10 Pro. This area is crafted from matte plastic, enhancing overall grip and minimizing slippage during use. Moreover, it houses the physical buttons and ports arranged in a familiar layout for quick user adaptation. Specifically, the power button and volume rocker are positioned on the right side, while on the left and bottom sides, you'll find the SIM slot, Type-C charging port, speaker, microphone, and 3.5mm headphone jack.

Turning to the front, the realme 10 Pro features a punch-hole screen design at the center, a common trend in the mid-range and high-end smartphone segments. Alongside this, the bezels are evenly designed, except for the slightly larger lower edge, which may cause some discomfort for those who prefer a more balanced bezel-less display. Additionally, the display area of the realme 10 Pro is protected by a sturdy tempered glass layer, ensuring the device can withstand common factors that cause damage, such as cracks and scratches, to keep the overall appearance of the device as attractive as possible.

The realme 10 Pro Full HD+ display offers sharp visuals and smooth 120 Hz refresh rate

The display of the realme 10 Pro is equipped with a 6.72-inch Full HD+ panel (2,400 x 1,080 pixels), delivering incredibly sharp images. Additionally, the realme 10 Pro boasts an IPS display, providing high brightness and vivid colors for users to enjoy vibrant and clear visuals in movies and content.

Regarding the display color reproduction, the realme 10 Pro employs an IPS panel, making color reproduction authentic but slightly inferior compared to its sibling, the realme 10 Pro+ (which uses an AMOLED panel). Specifically, the colors on the realme 10 Pro display lack depth and richness, and color deviation, especially in white-gray and green-purple tones, can be bothersome for users who prioritize color accuracy.

Compensating for this, thanks to the IPS panel, the realme 10 Pro can achieve a relatively high screen brightness. When manually adjusted, it reaches 590 nits, and with automatic brightness adjustment, it can reach up to 619 nits. Therefore, the IPS display of the realme 10 Pro ensures clear visibility even in bright environments. Additionally, the realme 10 Pro features a 120 Hz refresh rate for smoother on-screen motion and can be adjusted based on usage preferences to enhance device battery optimization.

While the display specifications have strengths and weaknesses, when compared to a budget or mid-range smartphone like the realme 10 Pro, having an exceptionally sharp display with a rare 120 Hz refresh rate in this price range makes it a device worth considering for web browsing and movie watching enthusiasts.

realme 10 Pro delivers strong performance with Snapdragon 695 and comfortable 12 GB RAM for multitasking

Before diving into the detailed configuration review, let's quickly summarize some technical specifications of the realme 10 Pro for your reference:

• Display: 6.72-inch size, Full HD+ resolution, IPS LCD panel.
• CPU: Snapdragon 695.
• RAM: 8GB or 12GB.
• Internal Storage: 256GB.
• Rear Camera: 108 MP + 2 MP.
• Front Camera: 16 MP.
• Battery: 5,000 mAh, 33W fast charging.
• Operating System: Android 13 (realme UI 4.0 interface).

In terms of specifications, the realme 10 Pro boasts a relatively 'robust' performance with the Snapdragon 695 chip, a processor commonly found in phones under 6 million VND. Despite being over a year old, this processor still delivers good and sufficiently strong performance with its 8-core setup, including 2 Cortex-A78 cores and 6 Cortex A55 cores, combined with the Adreno 619 GPU, all manufactured on the modern 6nm process, providing high performance for gaming and everyday entertainment tasks.

If you're curious about the real-world performance that the Snapdragon 695 chip brings to the realme 10 Pro, check out the performance scores using familiar software such as Geekbench 5, 3DMark, Antutu, as tested by GSMArena reviewers for a more detailed insight!

When the author used Geekbench 5 to score the realme 10 Pro, the device achieved 698 points (single-core) and 2,021 points (multi-core), slightly higher than its predecessor, the realme 9 Pro, as well as other smartphones with similar performance chips. Meanwhile, the Antutu benchmark software yielded a total score of 401,860, outperforming the average performance score of the Snapdragon 695.

Subsequently, the author also used the 3DMark Wild Life software to test the graphics power of the Adreno 619 GPU of the Snapdragon 695 on the realme 10 Pro at a resolution of 1440p. The device scored 1,218 points, outperforming its predecessor and the average graphics performance score of the Snapdragon 695.

According to the author's overall assessment, the realme 10 Pro has performed well in optimizing software to fully utilize the potential brought by the Snapdragon 695. This implies that the realme 10 Pro can effectively assist users in performing various tasks, basic needs, or entertainment in daily life.

realme 10 Pro's 108 MP camera delivers excellent photography capabilities in its price range

Before delving into the detailed camera review, let's summarize the specifications of the lenses equipped on the realme 10 Pro:

• Main Wide Camera: 108 MP resolution, f/1.8 aperture, PDAF support.
• Depth Sensor: 2 MP resolution, f/2.4 aperture.
• Selfie Camera: 16 MP resolution, f/2.5 aperture.

Despite being a smartphone positioned in the mid-range segment, the realme 10 Pro makes a trade-off in the number of lenses, sporting a primary camera with a whopping 108 MP resolution. Accompanying this is a depth-sensing camera with a 2 MP resolution, catering to the photography needs of users. So, with such impressive camera specifications, how does the realme 10 Pro perform in capturing images? Let's explore the results captured by the realme 10 Pro!

• Photos taken in well-lit conditions

In well-lit conditions, the realme 10 Pro produces stunning photos with high detail, harmonious color representation, excellent contrast, and a wide enough dynamic range to avoid overexposure. Additionally, the sharpness is a notable strength of the camera system on the realme 10 Pro, capturing intricate details like grass and various leaf textures exceptionally well. Moreover, noise interference, affecting image sharpness, is minimal even in slightly darker environments.

When activating the 108 MP shooting mode on the realme 10 Pro's camera app, image details are enhanced due to the increased pixel count. However, the most noticeable limitation in this mode is that both sharpness and colors may appear somewhat faded compared to the regular shooting mode. Nevertheless, by reducing color intensity in this way, one can leverage this feature to capture photos with a 'Vintage' style.

While lacking a dedicated telephoto lens for optical zoom, the main camera of the realme 10 Pro still features a 3x zoom capability. Despite being quite impressive, the author does not highly praise this mode as the photos often exhibit noticeable noise, especially in low-light conditions. To compensate for these shortcomings, the color accuracy of the photos has been relatively well-processed, and the dynamic range is moderate, allowing us to still perceive the authenticity of the images.

Additionally, thanks to the inclusion of an extra depth-sensing camera, portraits captured by the realme 10 Pro exhibit relatively stable depth, well-simulated bokeh effects, and precise background blur in areas with intricate details such as facial hair and hair. Furthermore, the subject's details and colors are well-represented, with exposure and dynamic range appearing balanced, avoiding excessive brightness or darkness compared to the surrounding environment.

As for the 16 MP selfie camera of the realme 10 Pro, this camera is capable of capturing frames with good color and exposure. However, the details are not exceptionally sharp, indicating the need for further improvement. This camera also reveals its weakness when the author uses portrait mode; intricate details like facial hair and hair on the subject are not accurately recognized by the bokeh effect, leading to a tendency to 'cut off' these details in the blurred area. Upon closer inspection, it doesn't appear very natural.

• Photos taken in low-light conditions

​​In low-light conditions, photos taken in the normal mode of the realme 10 Pro tend to be less sharp in some areas, especially experiencing frequent overexposure at points opposite to the light source. Additionally, areas with dense noise, particularly in regions with minimal incoming light, are common.

When the night mode is activated, the image processing capability of the realme 10 Pro improves, providing relatively good brightness balance, increased sharpness, and a significant reduction in noise and overexposure. However, the additional details introduced by AI may compromise authenticity in some cases.

realme 10 Pro boasts a 5,000 mAh battery for long-lasting usage

Certainly, to ensure smooth operation, mobile devices must have a robust battery. In the case of the realme 10 Pro, a 5,000 mAh battery serves as the powerhouse, allowing the device to operate for extended periods. How long can the realme 10 Pro last with such a battery capacity?

According to the article on GSMArena, the realme 10 Pro, tested for basic tasks such as video playback, 3G calls, and web browsing with automatic refresh rate, lasted approximately 127 hours. While impressive, it falls slightly short compared to its predecessor, the realme 9 Pro (which could handle about 134 hours with its 5,000 mAh battery). This might be due to minor improvements in screen brightness, increasing the system's energy consumption. Overall, it remains stable enough for users to go through a day with real-world tasks.

In addition to its large battery, the realme 10 Pro features fast charging with a 33 W power, and the manufacturer claims the device can go from 0% to 50% in just 29 minutes. To verify this claim, the author connected the realme 10 Pro to the 33 W charger. After 30 minutes, the 5,000 mAh battery was charged to 54%, and it took an additional 42 minutes to reach a full charge (total charging time is 1 hour 12 minutes).

How much does the realme 10 Pro cost? Is it worth buying?

In summary, while the realme 10 Pro is a mid-range smartphone with robust hardware, there are still areas that need improvement, especially the screen and camera setup. Priced at 21,999 Rupees (around 6.32 million VND) in the Indian market, the realme 10 Pro is a highly considered option. It is relatively accessible and suitable for students who need a powerful device to meet their daily needs.

These are the reviews of the realme 10 Pro. What are your thoughts on it? Feel free to leave your comments below the article. Thank you for taking the time to read my review.

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