Side-by-side technical data
Realme Narzo 80x vs Realme Narzo 90
Comparison between Realme Narzo 80x and Realme Narzo 90: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Realme.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Realme Narzo 90 is the stronger pick for display and battery priorities, with an AMOLED panel rated at 4000 nits and a 7000 mAh battery. The Narzo 80x stands out instead for its polycarbonate, glass, and metal body.
The Narzo 90 weighs 181 g against 197 g for the 80x, and its usable surface is 89 % versus 86.3 %. Its 4000-nit AMOLED also contrasts with the 80x’s 950-nit IPS LCD. Both have 120 Hz refresh rates and 1080 px horizontal resolution; water resistance is 2.5 m on the 90 and 2 m on the 80x.
The 90 pairs 7000 mAh with 60 W charging, while the 80x has 6000 mAh and 45 W; both support reverse charging. The 90’s 50 MP front camera records 1080p at 60 fps, compared with 8 MP and 1080p at 30 fps on the 80x. Slow motion reaches 480 fps on the 90 and 120 fps on the 80x. Both use the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, with the 90 getting the Max version, and 8 GB of RAM. Their overall NeoScores are close: 5.9 for the 90 and 5.8 for the 80x.
Realme Narzo 80x
The Realme Narzo 80x is for buyers who value its mix of polycarbonate, glass, and metal.
Realme Narzo 90
The Realme Narzo 90 suits buyers who want a brighter AMOLED display, a larger battery, and 60 W charging.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.1 | 8.3 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.9 | 4.8 |
| Camera | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Connectivity | 6.7 | 6.3 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 7.2 |
Which one is for you?
Realme Narzo 80x, if you care about…
- Body Materials
- Polycarbonate, Glass, Metal
- against Glass, Plastic
Realme Narzo 90, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 7,000 mAh
- against 6,000 mAh
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- against IPS LCD
- Peak Display Brightness
- 4,000 nits
- against 950 nits
- Weight
- 181 g
- against 197 g
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 446,033 | 454,000 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.5 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz | Octa-core: 2x Cortex-A76 at 2.5 GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at 2.0 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v11 |
Design
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Blue, Gold | Gold, Black, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 7.9 mm | 7.8 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 76.2 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Body Height | 165.7 mm | 158.4 mm |
| Weight | 197 g | 181 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 86.3 % | 89 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Polycarbonate, Glass, Metal Best value | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H | IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H |
| Waterproof Depth | 2 m | 2.5 m Best value |
Battery
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,000 mAh | 7,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Si-Carbon Li-Ion Best value |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W | 60 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Bypass Charging |
Display
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | AMOLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 950 nits | 4,000 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.72″ Best value | 6.57″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px Best value | 2,372 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 392 ppi | 397 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | 5,000,000 :1 Best value |
| Display Features | ArmorShell Glass, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless | Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Scratch Resistant, Dual-Edge Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5.0 |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, DLNA, USB 2.0 | Infrared, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 3,300 Mbps | 3,300 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone |
Technical
| Specification | Narzo 80x | Narzo 90 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | RMX5111 |
