Make way for realme‘s latest premium smartphones. The company has finally announced the realme 13 Pro Series 5G in the Philippines, bringing the realme 13 Pro 5G and its top-end sibling, the realme 13 Pro+ 5G, to the local market.

(Update, August 31: Our realme 13 Pro+ 5G camera review is up!)

The devices were showcased at the realme FanFest 2024 event. These new number-series models promise a significant leap forward for the brand, offering a blend of powerful camera performance, cutting-edge AI features, and sleek designs inspired by the works of renowned French painter and founder of impressionism painting Claude Monet.

In the Philippines, the online-exclusive realme 13 Pro 5G arrives with a suggested retail price P24,999 (around $444 converted) for the lone 12GB/256GB kit. The realme 13 Pro+ 5G, on the other hand, is priced at P28,999 ($515) and P31,999 ($569) for the 256GB and 512GB storage versions, respectively.

Both phones will be available starting today, August 28. And to celebrate the local launch, realme is offering a number of exciting deals and freebies for early adopters. Here’s a breakdown of the offers:

• realme 13 Pro+ 5G: Purchase the device between now and September 15, 2024, and receive a complimentary mystery gift box valued at up to P29,999 ($533).
• realme 13 Pro 5G: Get a free TechLife Portable Steam Iron when you buy the smartphone on the brand’s official TikTok Shop. This offer is valid while stocks last.
• realme 13 Pro 5G (TikTok Shop only): Enjoy a P3,500 ($62) discount when you purchase it on the company’s official TikTok Shop. The discounted price is P21,499 ($382), which is valid until September 3, 2024.

The realme 13 Pro Series 5G boasts impressive specs that cater to the demands of discerning smartphone users. Both models feature a large 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection. Under the hood, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor ensures fast performance for everyday tasks and most games.

While the realme 13 Pro 5G offers a capable camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor and an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, the realme 13 Pro+ 5G takes photography to the next level. Its main camera features a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-701 sensor, while a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and optical image stabilization provides versatile shooting options. Both models are also equipped with an 8-megapixel ultrawide.

A standout imaging feature of the realme 13 Pro Series 5G is the Hyperimage Plus AI system. This cutting-edge technology leverages advanced hardware and intelligent software to enhance your photography skills. From scene detection to object removal, Hyperimage Plus ensures you capture stunning images every time.

The two devices pack a 5,200mAh battery backup as well, but the realme 13 Pro+ 5G supports faster 80-watt charging, allowing for quicker top-ups. Both devices run on realme UI based on Android 14 out of the box, providing a user-friendly and feature-rich experience.

The launch livestream earlier. Follow realme Philippines’ Facebook page for more updates. Do come back here for our review of the realme 13 Pro+ 5G

realme 13 Pro Plus 5G specs

• 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED 3D curved display, 120Hz refresh rate, 2,160Hz PWM dimming, Corning Gorilla Glass
• 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 5G chipset
• Adreno 710 GPU
• 12GB RAM
• 256GB/512GB storage
• Triple 50-megapixel main, 50-megapixel periscope telephoto, 8-megapixel ultrawide rear cameras
• 32-megapixel front camera
• Under-display fingerprint reader
• 5,200mAh battery with 80-watt fast charging
• Dual speakers
• IP65 rating
• realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14
• Colors: Emerald Green and Monet Gold

realme 13 Pro 5G specs

• 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED 3D curved display, 120Hz refresh rate, 2,160Hz PWM dimming, Corning Gorilla Glass
• 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 5G chipset
• Adreno 710 GPU
• 12GB RAM
• 256GB storage
• Triple 50-megapixel main, 8-megapixel ultrawide, 2-megapixel rear cameras
• 32-megapixel front camera
• Under-display fingerprint reader
• 5,200mAh battery with 45-watt fast charging
• Dual speakers
• IP65 rating
• realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14
• Colors: Emerald Green, Monet Gold, and Monet Purple

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