Realme C3i — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Realme C3i is one of the more confusing names in Realme's history: launched in June 2020 for Vietnam, it is a rebadged Realme C3 with the same Helio G70 chipset, the same 6.5-inch display, and the same 5,000mAh battery — but sold only in a single 2GB + 32GB configuration. Buyers in Pakistan sometimes encounter the C3i on the used market without realising what it actually is. This guide covers its verified specifications, exactly how it differs from the regular C3, and what to check before buying one second-hand.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Design and Build Quality

Because the C3i is a rebadged C3, the hardware is identical: the same 164.4 x 75 x 9 mm body, the same 195-gram weight, the same sunrise-pattern plastic back in Frozen Blue or Blazing Red, and the same Gorilla Glass 3 front with weather-sealed ports. The only physical tell is the branding and the retail box. If you are holding a phone labelled C3i, you are holding a C3 — which is good news for spare parts and accessories, since C3 cases and screen protectors fit.

Display Features

The display is the same 6.5-inch IPS LCD panel as the C3: 720 x 1600 HD+ resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, roughly 270 ppi, and about 480 nits typical brightness with a mini-drop notch. Gorilla Glass 3 protection carries over too. It is a perfectly serviceable screen for video and social apps, with the usual entry-level IPS traits — decent viewing angles, modest contrast, and no high refresh rate.

Processor and Performance

The Helio G70 inside the C3i is the same gaming-oriented 12 nm chip as the C3's — two Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz, six Cortex-A55 at 1.7 GHz, and Mali-G52 graphics. The catch is memory: the C3i was sold only with 2GB of RAM, and that is a real bottleneck in 2026. The chip can still run everyday apps, but 2GB of RAM means aggressive app reloading and stutter when multitasking. This is the single most important difference from the regular C3, and it is why the C3i should always cost less than a C3 on the used market.

RAM and Storage

There is exactly one configuration: 2GB of RAM with 32GB of eMMC 5.1 storage. The dedicated microSDXC slot is essential here — 32GB fills up fast with modern apps, so budget for a memory card. Because the slot is dedicated, you keep both Nano-SIMs active while expanding storage. Do not buy a C3i expecting to run heavy games or dozens of apps simultaneously; the 2GB of RAM simply will not allow it.

Camera Features

Cameras mirror the C3 exactly: a 12MP f/1.8 main sensor with PDAF and a 2MP depth sensor on the back, recording 1080p video at 30fps (plus 720p at 120fps slow motion), and a 5MP f/2.4 selfie camera with 1080p video. Daylight photos are acceptable for the class; low-light shots are noisy. Nothing here was upgraded or downgraded relative to the C3 — the imaging experience is the same phone in a different box.

Battery and Charging

The 5,000mAh battery and 10W microUSB charging are unchanged from the C3, and remain the phone's best feature: even a used unit should manage a full day of moderate use. A full charge takes well over two hours at 10W, and there is no fast-charging standard to enable — that is simply how this generation charged. USB OTG is supported for accessories and reverse charging.

Software and Updates

The C3i shipped with Android 10 and Realme UI. GSMArena lists the model as discontinued, and Realme's short update window for the C series means no security updates are coming in 2026. Used buyers should confirm the phone boots into stock Realme UI rather than a modified or demo firmware, and check that the Google Play services on it still update — some very old units sold in Vietnam may need attention before they work smoothly in Pakistan.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Like the C3, the C3i is a 4G LTE dual-SIM phone with no 5G. You get single-band Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX, GPS with GLONASS and BDS, FM radio, and a 3.5mm jack. There is no NFC and no fingerprint sensor — face unlock is the only biometric. Sensors are limited to accelerometer, proximity, and compass.

Variants, Colours and Availability

The C3i was sold in a single variant — 2GB + 32GB — in Frozen Blue and Blazing Red, and only briefly in 2020. It is long discontinued. In Pakistan it appears only on the used market, sometimes misidentified or confused with the regular C3. Because it carries less RAM than the C3, it should be priced below a comparable-condition C3 — if a seller asks C3 money for a C3i, you are overpaying.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

The store listing for the Realme C3i currently shows Rs. 28,000 on zohaanmobilegallery.com (verified 2026-10-11). That figure matches the store's October 1, 2026 catalog import exactly, and Pakistan phone prices moved sharply after October 6, 2026 — so treat it as the listed price, not a guaranteed current one. Note that the store's listed price is actually higher than its C3 listing, which is unusual given the C3i's lower 2GB RAM — always compare condition and negotiate, and remember this is a used-market-only phone. Confirm today's price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery on WhatsApp (+92 305 8452080) before you buy.

These older C-series models are discontinued, so almost every unit on sale in Pakistan today is used or pre-owned. PTA approval is per-device and per-IMEI — never assume one approved handset means another is too. Ask the seller for the IMEI and check it via the PTA system (dial 8484) before paying. Our guides on how to check PTA approval and how to buy a used mobile safely walk through the process.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages

• Same Helio G70 gaming chip and 5,000mAh battery as the well-regarded C3
• Gorilla Glass 3 display and splash-resistant sealed ports
• Dedicated microSD slot — vital with only 32GB built in
• C3 cases, chargers, and screen protectors all fit (identical body)
• Headphone jack and FM radio included

Limitations

• Only 2GB of RAM — the weakest point of the whole package in 2026
• Discontinued; GSMArena lists it as discontinued, so only used units exist
• No fingerprint sensor, microUSB, 10W slow charging
• No 5G, no NFC, old Android with no further updates
• Often confused with the C3 — verify the exact model before paying

Who Should Consider This Phone?

The C3i makes sense only as a rock-bottom-budget secondary phone: calls, SMS, WhatsApp, and YouTube on a big battery. The 2GB of RAM rules it out as anyone's main phone in 2026 if they multitask at all. If a used C3i and a used C3 are anywhere near the same price, take the C3 — its 3GB or 4GB of RAM is worth far more than the naming difference suggests.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Realme C3 and C3i?

The C3i is a rebadged C3 sold in Vietnam in 2020: identical Helio G70 chip, display, cameras, and battery, but only 2GB + 32GB versus the C3's 3GB/4GB options. Same model number family (RMX2027).

What is the price of the Realme C3i in Pakistan?

The Zohaan Mobile Gallery listing shows Rs. 28,000 (verified October 11, 2026). It is a discontinued model sold used only — confirm the current price with the store, and note it should normally cost less than a used C3 because of its lower RAM.

Does the Realme C3i have a fingerprint sensor?

No. Like the C3, it relies on AI face unlock; there is no fingerprint reader.

Is the Realme C3i good for gaming?

The Helio G70 chip can run lighter games, but the 2GB of RAM severely limits it. It is fine for casual games, not for heavy titles in 2026.

Is the Realme C3i PTA approved?

PTA approval is per-device and per-IMEI — check the specific handset's IMEI through the PTA system (dial 8484) before buying.

Will the Realme C3i get software updates?

No. It launched on Android 10 with Realme UI and the model is discontinued; no further updates are expected.

Final Verdict

The Realme C3i is a footnote that happens to be a decent phone: a C3 with half the RAM, wearing a different name. Its Helio G70 and 5,000mAh battery still deliver honest budget performance, but the 2GB of RAM is a hard ceiling. Buy it only if it is clearly cheaper than a used C3, verify the IMEI, and treat it as the backup-grade device it is.

Call to Action

Looking for a Realme C3i on the used market? See the Realme C3i at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse the Realme collection, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed price, PTA/IMEI status, and warranty terms.