Realme Note 60 review: take note if you are a delivery driver

Realme is very clear about the value of the Realme Note 60, an entry-level line that stands out for its 5,000 mAh battery and 128 GB base storage, but above all for a design that claims to be extremely resistant to drops. an accident to which a cell phone is more susceptible (the key is that the frame is made of aluminum, not the body, which is plastic, but the structure that supports it, the frame, well).

In fact, in the Realme Note 60 ad campaign, you’ll see them using the phone as a bottle opener (to open a bottle) or as an ice pick, not to mention riding a motorcycle over it a couple of times. cases, all to show that the phone is more or less indestructible. And while it’s clearly not, it’s definitely tough.

Realme Note 60: Features and Specifications

I did some drop tests and decided to put ecobiks (Mexico City public transit system bikes) on it. I didn’t decide to use it as an ice pick or bottle opener because I just don’t think anyone in their right mind would decide to use their cell phone for those purposes. These were all routine tests without the slightest methodological rigor, but during his presentation I saw a few others (like using it as an ice pick) and another one trying to double it, very much in the style of the controversial bend test iPhone 6. Everyone was reluctant, but there was one mention during the presentation that made a lot more sense to me than the suggestion that you have a cell phone that doubles as a bottle opener or that can be used to literally break ice: it ideal phone for couriers.

Because? Well, firstly, because the phones of people who work as courier drivers often fall, and they are also run over by a motorcycle. They also tend to perform in the rain, so having a phone with some water resistance is a plus (the Realme Note 60 is IP64 certified, so it can withstand rain for a while). Moreover, the 5000mAh battery guarantees its use for an 8-hour working day even with GPS activated, so I decided to test it by cycling with Google Maps and alternating it with apps like WhatsApp, just like I I think a person’s working day usually is.

My test used Google Maps navigation while riding a bike. I thought the phone would have some lag that would make navigation clunky (I thought so because its chipset isn’t the most powerful), but the Realme Note 60 responded well. I even changed apps to send WhatsApp messages and even check Instagram and the navigation remained smooth, so it works really well in a courier driver scenario.

More than a rugged cell phone?

Now, aside from the fact that the Realme Note 60 is a fairly stable cell phone and is undoubtedly drop-resistant, I think it offers a fairly average balance in sections such as processing speed (it uses a Unisoc Tiger T612, which is certainly not offers the greatest smoothness), a charge of only 10 W and a camera system that does not exactly stand out in almost any area, but which is enough to capture a situation that requires photography.

Here are some photos from the same site, taken day and night, to give you an idea of ​​what you can achieve with the Realme Note 60’s camera.

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I also decided to try Call of Dutya game that’s definitely a lot bigger than the Realme Note 60 can handle, but it’s a good indication of what you can expect. The game runs on low graphics and even the typography looks pixelated, but it felt like the animation was flowing at 30 frames per second. Sure, it wasn’t a perfect experience, but the game didn’t crash the phone.

Then about the battery, after a whole day of normal use (including my test dealer) I went from having a 93% battery when leaving the house around 10am to coming home around 9pm with 38%. Thanks to charging, which while not exactly fast, I was able to charge from 37% to 93% in one hour and 26 minutes, so expect the battery to be fully charged in about two hours. By the way, the charger comes inside the box.

Keep this in mind if you need a secure phone

The value of the Realme Note 60 is clear: it’s a phone that’s built to last. If your usage patterns have you prone to buying new phones every six months due to accidents at work, perhaps the Realme Note 60 will last a little longer, just keep in mind that if you’re looking for a smooth experience with good quality photos. , it is better to consider another option.