The realme C21Y is the latest smartphone from the company to be launched in Kenya. This smartphone is available starting from Ksh 12,200 and you can get it from Jumia and a number of offline retailers across the country.
The realme C21Y is quite a decent phone with specifications that make it worth looking at. This price segment is very competitive and realme has done a pretty good job if you look at the specifications of the C21Y. The C21Y is the first major release from the company in Kenya in 2021.
Below is a look at the key specifications of the realme C21Y to help you decide if it is worth your money.
realme C21Y Specifications
| Specs | realme C21Y Specifications | |
| Body | Dimensions | 164.5 x 76 x 9.1 mm |
| Weight | 200g | |
| SIM | Dual Nano SIM | |
| Display | Size | 6.5 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | |
| Platform | Operating System | Android 10, Realme UI |
| Chipset | Unisoc T610 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2xX.X GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G52 | |
| Storage | Internal space | 3/4 GB RAM, 32/64 GB storage |
| MicroSD card Slot | Yes | |
| Camera | Rear Facing Camera | Triple: 13MP + 2MP + 2MP |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video Recording | Yes, up to 1080p@30fps | |
| Front facing camera | 5 MP selfie camera | |
| Connectivity | Cellular Data | 2G, 3G, 4G |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh non-removable battery | |
| Available colors | Cross Black, Cross Blue | |
| Price | Ksh 12,200 (Buy on Jumia) |
From the specifications above, does this look like a phone you would want to spend money on? What ticks the right boxes for you and what does not?
Does the realme C21Y 4G LTE?
Yes, this is a 4G LTE smartphone.
Does the realme C21Y Support quick Charging?
No, the phone does not support fast charging but does support reverse charging.
What Android version does the C21Y come with?
The C21Y is powered by Android 11 with realme UI
Does C21Y have a fingerprint scanner?
Yes, the C21Y has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Is the realme C21Y a good phone?
Yes, the C21Y is a good phone for its price.
Is the realme C21Y waterproof?
The C21Y is not waterproof but you will be ok if you splash some water on it.
Where Can I buy the realme C21Y in Kenya?
You can buy therealme C21Y from retail stores across the country as well as on Jumia
