realme’s latest mid-range offering, the , packs a punch with its impressive camera setup, vibrant display, and AI features. Priced at Php 28,999, the device promises to deliver exceptional value. But, can it compete with the heavyweights in its segment? More importantly, can it truly justify the cost? Let’s dive in and find out.

realme is often overlooked for its stylish devices. The 13 Pro+ is a prime example of this, as it defies expectations with a stunning design. The phone boasts a similar design language to its with a distinctive watch dial aesthetic and a fluted bezel around the camera module.

Our review unit, in Emerald Green, is inspired by French impressionist painter Claude Monet’s Water Lilies painting. It has a luxurious deep teal vegan leather back accented by gold trimmings and the signature realme logo. The other color option is Monet Gold, inspired by Monet’s Haystacks painting.

The device has a 6.7-inch AMOLED Curved OLED display with FHD+ resolution, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, a responsive 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of 2000 nits. The curves at the sides meet the frame, resulting in narrow bezels and a 93% screen-to-body ratio.

It also has a small hole punch cutout for the selfie camera and an in-display fingerprint sensor. The display is vibrant and colorful with good viewing angles and high legibility under direct sunlight. It supports HDR on YouTube, but not on Netflix.

The fingerprint sensor is on the lower part of the scr.