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Realme GT Master handset review by Prune: An affordable masterpiece that stands out

The Realme GT Master Edition handset is the new addition to the GT lineup. The model launched on August 18 in Mid the mid-range segment. While the name makes it sound like a high-end product, it is an attractive deal if you are on a budget. And if you are planning to get your hands on this latest smartphone soon, Prune has a detailed review before you make your purchase. We have covered its plus points along with some aspects that might let you down. 

Design and color

The sub- Rs 30,000 mobile segment is offering amazing smartphones these days that are at their competitive and innovative best. And the recent smartphone launched by Realme has grabbed the attention for its interesting and unique design. The premium design of the handset looks stylish and feels great to hold in hands. The back of the phone is made out of 100% vegan concave leather material, which is a step in the right direction by using ethical materials. The Voyager Grey variant comes with a curved faux leather on the handset which is inspired by the travel suitcase design. This unique element gives a great grip and looks fashionable. The phone also has a lightweight feel that provides a comfortable experience while using it. When it comes to colors, the Realme GT Master edition comes in three appealing colors to choose from – Luna White, Cosmos Black, and Voyager Grey. If you prefer a matte finish on your device, Luna White is an elegant option to choose, and Cosmos Black has a copper hue to it. The Voyager Grey is an exclusive and unique variant that sports the faux leather look inspired by Naoto Fukasawa’s travel suitcases. 

Pricing

The new Realme GT Master Edition has stormed into the market with three variants in the sub Rs 30,000 segment. These variants are 6GB + 128GB for Rs 25,999, 8GB + 128GB model priced at Rs 27,999, and 8GB + 256GB variant priced at Rs 29,999. In this affordable price range, the emerging brand offers devices with high performance, quality service, and style. It is one of the first few devices which comes along with the new Snapdragon 778 chipset and gives heavy competition to other brand models such as the OnePlus Nord 2 and Mi 11X. You can avail exciting offers on the model from online shopping giants such as Flipkart and choose from striking colors such as Voyager Grey, Luna White, and Cosmos Black. You can compare these and more devices on Prune App and the website, just go to the app/website select the models to compare and vola you will have all the features of the phones you are looking to compare.

Display 

Like the Realme devices from the X series, Realme GT Master Edition also comes with a 6.43-inch Super AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution by Samsung. You can enjoy a smooth scrolling and video streaming experience with a 120Hz refresh rate on the AMOLED screen. If you wish to change the refresh rate of your device screen, you can also choose from these options, such as 60Hz, 120Hz, or select the automatic option where the phone will decide the best refresh rate according to the app you are using. The display brightness is good enough to use in daylight and comes with striking colors, so you can enjoy using the phone in almost any kind of light condition. The device also has a 360Hz touch sampling rate, 1000 nits of peak brightness, 91.7% screen to body ratio, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage. However, the display might prove to be a setback when it comes to your online streaming experience because it lacks HDR playback. If you regularly stream shows on your phone, you might not like this aspect of the smartphone. 

Camera

The latest launch of Realme also manages to stand out with its camera. You can enjoy taking shots in both day and night time. The images come out clear and detailed in both situations without any glitches. The previous Realme models had slight trouble with taking pictures in the dark, but this device’s camera performs better and gives sharper images. The camera also prevents any blurriness from spoiling your clicks. When it comes to portrait shots, the subjects are sharp and the background is aesthetically blurry. This makes for good portraits. If you want to use the night mode on it, you might not like it too much as it adds too much brightness to a night scene. However, the images come out clear and pleasing. 

Battery

The battery is an impressive element as the smartphone charges from zero battery to full quickly, despite the battery capacity of 4300mAh (less than the X series). It is done using a 65W fast power adapter that comes along with the device. But the battery life can use an improvement despite the fast charging. So it’s best to keep it on charge at least twice a day, especially if you enjoy gaming and video streaming. However, if you’re not big on using your phone all the time, it might last up to 2 days. Even if its battery life is a setback, its super-fast charging makes up for it easily and it can last you through heavy content consumption as well. 

Performance

The device runs on Snapdragon 778G processor and Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11. While the phone gives a great performance, it comes along with third-party apps that you can do well without. It’s best to uninstall these apps and use your device. If you enjoy gaming and video streaming on your smartphone, the smooth experience this GT Master Edition offers with a high refresh rate is a big plus. The swiping and scrolling on the device screen is seamless as well. And using other features such as face unlock performs well, but it may not work if the light setting you’re in is too dark. 

Verdict

Prune highly recommends this unique smartphone, especially when it comes to its vegan leather design on the back. It feels like a premium quality phone that performs smoothly and fast. The camera gives out good details in most light conditions, but battery life could be improved. If you’re looking for a decent smartphone with innovative elements and style in your budget, this should be your go-to phone. 

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