Friends, if you are looking for a good smartphone in the budget of 30,000 rupees which offers camera, battery, and performance all together, then you must have heard the name of Realme 14 Pro+ 5G. I have used this phone for 15 days, and today I will tell you everything about it in detail. Let’s start!
Phone Body and Build Quality: It is Plastic, But Is It Solid?
The body of Realme 14 Pro+ 5G is made of plastic, and the frame is also made of plastic. If you want a “premium feel” in your hands, then this phone may seem a little less. Because some phones in its price range (like iQOO Z9 or Moto Edge 40) offer metal frame and vegan leather back. But, one advantage of being plastic is that scratches are less visible. I used it for 15 days, and there was no scratch on the back panel.
And yes, this phone is IP68 and IP69 rated, meaning it is protected from water and dust. Don’t worry if water accidentally falls on it!
Design: How Stylish Is It to Look At?
Realme 14 Pro+ 5G gives a little mixed reaction in design. The camera module is circular, but not as detailed as the older Realme phones. The special thing is that its back panel comes with a snowflake design, which changes color in cold places (like a fridge or snow). But think, who would keep their phone in the fridge? I find it a bit overthinking.
Overall, the design is simple, but if you like flashy phones, then this may seem a bit boring.
Display: Will You Enjoy Watching Movies?
This phone offers a curved AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution. Colors are bright, it is fun to watch videos, and the content is clear even in sunlight. If you watch 4K videos on Netflix or YouTube, then this display will impress you a lot.
But there is a problem: Some apps (like Instagram, YouTube) do not support 90Hz refresh rate, so scrolling feels a little slow. Realme should fix this problem with a software update.
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Sound Quality: How Is the Speaker Listening?
The phone has dual speakers, and the sound is clear and loud. Dialogues are heard well in movies or games. But the bass is a little low. If you listen to hip-hop or EDM, then the bass will seem a little light. There is no headphone jack, so you will have to use wireless earphones only.
Software: Is There Bloatware or Will It Run Smoothly?
Realme 14 Pro+ 5G runs on Android 14, but Realme UI 5.0 has some pre-installed apps (bloatware) like Hot Games, Hot Apps, etc. It takes time to delete them. Animations are also a bit slow—like there is no smoothness in opening or closing the app.
But there are many features: App Lock, Dual Apps, Call Recording (you will have to download Google Dialer), and there are also customization options. If you are tech-savvy, then all this will come in handy.
Performance: How Is Gaming and Multitasking?
The processor of the phone is Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. This is a mid-range processor, which is perfect for casual gaming and daily use. BGMI or COD runs at 60FPS on medium settings, but the phone can get a little hot during long gaming sessions. Heavy games like Genshin Impact also have frame drops.
If you are a hardcore gamer, then Poco X6 Pro or iQOO Neo 9 are better options in 30k. But Realme 14 Pro+ 5G is enough for social media, Netflix, and casual gaming.
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Camera: Is It the Best in 30k?
Main Camera (50MP):
Daylight photos are absolutely top-class. Colors are natural, details are sharp, and HDR also works well. Photos come out bright even in low light, but sometimes it gets overexposed (like near street lights).
Telephoto Camera (50MP):
Photos are quite detailed up to 3x zoom. You can also use 6x zoom, but the quality drops at 12x and 30x zoom. But if you post pics with 3x zoom on Instagram, people will ask, “Is this taken from a DSLR?”
Ultrawide Camera (8MP):
This camera is a little basic. Photos are fine during daytime, but details are less in low light.
Selfie Camera (32MP):
Selfies are sharp and bright, and portrait mode is also good. But the face can get overexposed in strong backlight (like sunlight).
Battery Life: How Long Will It Last in One Charge?
This smartphone has a 5000mAh battery. Screen-on time is around 7-8 hours—with social media, YouTube, and a little gaming. It has 80W fast charging, which takes 45-50 minutes to charge from 0-100%. Wake up in the morning, charge while having breakfast, and use it for the whole day!
Network and Connectivity: 5G and Call Quality?
It supports 5G and network connectivity is also stable. Calls are clear and you can use dual SIM. But there is no SD card slot, meaning you can’t expand the storage.
Pros and Cons
Pros (Good Things):
- Best camera performance under 30k.
- Long battery life and super-fast charging.
- IP68/69 rating and stylish design.
Cons (Drawbacks):
- Plastic build, does not feel premium.
- Bloatware and slow animations in the software.
- Not perfect for heavy gaming.
Should You Buy It?
- Want a premium feel in the hand? No, look at some other phone (OnePlus Nord CE 4).
- Camera and battery are your priority? Absolutely, this phone is perfect.
- For gaming? No, Poco X6 Pro is better.
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Conclusion
If you have any specific question like, “How many FPS will PUBG run at?” or “How is the camera?” then you can ask in the comments. I have given complete information from my side. Now it is up to you to decide!
