Both the Galaxy A13 and the realme C33 represent their respective brands as strong candidates for their best basics, as they deliver more than a simpler set in general.
In this duel between Samsung and realme smartphones, is the Korean or Chinese the best entry model of the duo? Let’s find out the answer in this Comparative, here at TudoCelular.
Samsung
06 Jul
Android
02 Jan
Comparative Index
design and connectivity
Samsung Galaxy A13
Starting with the design, these manufacturers sought to give the rear a modern look. That’s because the Galaxy places the cameras without a specific block, to remember the S22 Ultra, while the realme leaves the lenses highlighted and puts an effect that looks like glitter on the cover.
Despite these highlights, both are constructed entirely of plastic. Not to mention that this look becomes even more surpassing seeing these phones from the front, thanks to the notch still in the shape of a drop.
realme C33
At least, the Chinese model has a more compact and lighter body than the Korean one. But don’t expect any water and dust resistance from them. There is a biometric reader on both, integrated into the power button.
The duo’s chip drawer has capacity for two operator chips and a microSD card. They also support Bluetooth 5.0, but do not need NFC. Only the Korean is compatible with Wi-Fi in the AC standard and comes with USB-C, once morest a micro-USB from the rival.
The C33 scores the point for its most compact and lightweight design; and the A13 scores for the most advanced connectivity.
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best construction |
None |
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more modern look |
Both |
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Is the slot hybrid or dedicated? |
Both |
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Best notch solution |
None |
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Best biometrics solution |
None |
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Best endurance certification? |
None |
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Which is more compact and lightweight? |
Realme C33 |
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Tem NFC? |
None |
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Where is Wi-Fi AC? |
Galaxy A13 |
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Tem USB-C? |
Galaxy A13 |
multimedia and resources
Bodies
Here we see two screens of the LCD material, which ends up making the brightness limited on sunny days. The advantage is from the Galaxy, as it is slightly larger than the rival and features Full HD + resolution, for sharper images than the HD + present in the realme model.
In addition to the inches, the Korean still has a superior frontal use, due to the smaller edges. This one also comes with a Gorilla Glass 5 protection, to ensure resistance once morest scratches.
A pity that the panel of the two does not pass 60 Hz in the refresh rate. This means fluidity is restricted in system animations.
Overall, the A13 contains a superior display and scores the point in this regard.
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best screen technology |
None |
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Best screen brightness |
None |
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more accurate colors |
None |
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Best screen resolution |
Galaxy A13 |
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bigger screen |
Galaxy A13 |
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Better screen-to-body ratio |
Galaxy A13 |
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High Hz screen? |
None |
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scratch protection |
Galaxy A13 |
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Overall screen quality |
Galaxy A13 |
As
We have two entry-level smartphones here. Therefore, audio is one of the features that manufacturers save. That is, we only find a mono speaker in them, which does not provide the ideal immersion to the user.
Their sound power is nothing but decent, but you’ll feel a lot of distortion from them at maximum volume. In terms of quality, the A13 is slightly above the C33, but the duo is far from reaching a satisfactory balance between bass, mids and highs.
At least, Samsung and realme did not leave out the P2 standard headphone jack, even without sending the accessory along with the device.
For superior quality, the Galaxy takes the point this time.
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Sound is stereo? |
None |
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Does it have P2 input? |
Both |
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Greater frequency balance |
Galaxy A13 |
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sound power |
None |
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Do headphones come in the box? |
None |
System
These devices come out of the box with Android 12 natively. Just don’t imagine that you will have a great longevity with them, nor frequent updates with security packages.
Another saving is on the mobile network. Both the A13 and the C33 are nothing more than 4G in the connection, which leaves out the fastest internet at the moment. Even fluidity is compromised, as we have more basic sets and screens without a high refresh rate. At least, the cleaner interface seeks to compensate for this lack.
Features are another item that manufacturers have cut right into them. realme left its basics with something close to what we have on standard Android, without much customization of the experience. Samsung has already put all the customization options, even if this Core version leaves out some important functions, such as the Edge Screen, Bixby and the secure folder.
In the details, the Korean notes the point here.
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Well-updated system? |
Both |
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Will the system be updated in the future? |
None |
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Which system or customization has more and better features? |
Galaxy A13 |
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Is there a 5G mobile network? |
None |
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More fluid software |
None |
Performance
In performance, there is a duel between the Exynos 850 chip, from the Galaxy, once morest the Unisoc T612 platform, present in realme. What is the fastest hardware? We did our tests and saw the Chinese’s superior speed. He was much faster in opening apps and ended the rounds with regarding 17 seconds of advantage, even lagging behind in background execution.
The better performance of the C33 is confirmed by the benchmarks. It handily beat A13 in AnTuTu and Geekbench indicators. At least, the two do well in games and manage to run all games, as long as they are not configured at maximum quality.
Because it has the greatest speed, realme gets the point.
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Who does better on the opening test? |
Realme C33 |
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Who wins in the most demanding games? |
Both |
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Who has the best benchmark numbers? |
Realme C33 |
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What is the most up to date processor? |
Realme C33 |
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Which has better RAM/CPU balance? |
Realme C33 |
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Which has more storage? |
Galaxy A13 |
Drums
As we have often seen on the market, these devices are powered by a battery with a capacity of 5,000 mAh. Does this mean the same autonomy? Definitely not. Our tests give the point to the Korean, following he was the first to add up to more than 28 hours in duration.
Moving on to charging, both the 15 W adapter sent by the Korean company and the 120 W one by the Chinese company do not provide ideal speed and pass the two hours easily. Even so, the total time of the A13 is 20 minutes less than the competitor.
More autonomy and less time in the socket. This is a quiet point from Samsung.
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Which has more battery? |
None |
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Which recharges faster? |
Galaxy A13 |
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Which lasts longer according to the TC battery test? |
Galaxy A13 |
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Does it have wireless charging? |
None |
Cmera
The two cell phones here have rear camera sets led by a 50 MP main one. Even so, only the Galaxy manages to better exploit the advanced sensor and takes pictures with more sharpness and superior colors. You will also get less noisy pictures at night by Korean.
With the blur, the Chinese ends up suffering in the cut in darker scenarios, while the rival has only a few errors. Only the A13 comes with an ultrawide lens, which captures more of the scenery despite its limitations. This is also the only one to come with a macro, to record objects in detail, even though it has low resolution and fixed focus.
For the results it delivers, Samsung scores one more point.
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Best rear camera set |
Galaxy A13 |
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Best photos of the day |
Galaxy A13 |
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best night photos |
Galaxy A13 |
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most versatile set |
Galaxy A13 |
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best ultrawide |
Galaxy A13 |
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best telephoto lens |
None |
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best macro |
Galaxy A13 |
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best depth |
Galaxy A13 |
Photos taken with the Samsung Galaxy A13
The camcorder of the two supports videos in Full HD limited to 30 fps. The quality of Galaxy recordings is above realme, both in image quality and stereo audio capture. The focus of the A13 is also more agile than that of the C33. A pity that both dispense with a stabilization system, to better deal with shakes.
So we have another point for the Korean.
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Does it have optical stabilization? |
None |
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Does it have electronic stabilization? |
None |
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more agile focus |
Galaxy A13 |
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Does it record in 4K? |
None |
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Best audio capture |
Galaxy A13 |
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best video quality |
Galaxy A13 |
Photos taken with the realme C33
The front camera of the duo takes decent selfies during the day, only it is well below ideal in dark scenarios. In night situations, noise ends up taking over the image on both. At least, their portrait mode doesn’t disappoint, although the C33 leaves the background blown out here. The Galaxy still has the advantage of shooting from the front in Full HD, once morest a competitor’s HD resolution.
In other words, the A13 takes one more point.
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Best front camera set |
Galaxy A13 |
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Front camera records in Full HD? |
Galaxy A13 |
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best selfie |
None |
priests
The two cell phones were officially launched in Brazil by the manufacturers. Around here, the Galaxy A13 arrived at a suggested price of R$ 1,800, more expensive than the R$ 1,600 initially charged for the realme C33. In current retail, the scenario has changed, and only Korean can be found for less than R$ 1,000.
Therefore, Samsung closes the Comparison with the last point.
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Which had the best launch price? |
Realme C33 |
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Which is currently the best value for money? |
Galaxy A13 |
Samsung Galaxy A13
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In the battle between these input devices, the Galaxy A13 presented a comfortable superiority and proved to be the best option of the duo. It has the most advanced connectivity, the screen with Full HD resolution, the highest quality sound and the system with the best customization options.
The Korean’s battery lasts longer and takes less time in the socket. Not to mention the set of cameras, superior in rear photos, videos and selfies.
On the side of the realme C33, the duo’s most compact and lightweight design remains, in addition to the fastest performance. But it is not enough to compensate for the purchase because of these items, mainly because it is the most expensive in the Brazilian market at the moment.
RESULT
Samsung Galaxy A12: 9 SPOTS
- More advanced connectivity
- Bigger screen with Full HD resolution
- higher quality sound
- System with more customizations
- Longer battery life and shorter charging time
- Rear cameras with ultrawide and macro sensor
- Faster focus videos and stereo audio capture
- Front camera that records in Full HD
- Lowest price in the current Brazilian market
realme C33: 2 POINTS
- More compact and lightweight design
- Faster multitasking performance
Do you find the A13 as dominant between the two, or do you think the C33 might be worth the purchase? Join us!
(updated Jan 14, 2023 at 6:22 PM)
