realme has launched the realme P3, ita latest budget-friendly smartphone powered by Qualcomm’s latest budget-friendly chipset, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4. This new SoC aims to deliver better CPU and GPU performance while maintaining efficiency. The realme P3 also packs a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a 6,000 mAh battery, and IP68/IP69 water resistance—features that are not common in this segment.
But how does it perform in real-world usage? Can it handle heavy tasks and BGMI gaming smoothly? Let’s take a deep dive into its specifications, benchmark results, and gaming experience to see if the realme P3 and the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 deliver it or not.
realme P3: Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 2000 Nits peak brightness, 1080 x 2400 pixels, HDR support
- Software: Android 15 with Realme UI 6.0
- SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4nm), Octa-core CPU (1 x 2.3 GHz Cortex-A720, 3 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A720, 4 x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A520), Adreno 810 GPU
- Battery and Charging: 6000 mAh Si/C, 45W wired charging
- Rear Camera: 50 MP (f/1.8) + 2 MP, 4K30
- Selfie Camera: 16 MP (f/2.4), 1080p30
- RAM and Storage: 6GB/128GB, 8GB/128GB, 8GB/256GB UFS 2.2C
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB-C 2.0
- Weight and Thickness: 8 mm, 194g
- IP rating: IP68/IP69 dust and water resistant (up to 2.5m for 30 minutes)
- Extras: Under-display fingerprint
- Colors: Space Silver, Comet Grey, Nebula Pink
Testing the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 on the realme P3
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is built on a 4 nm process, making it more efficient than older mid-range Qualcomm chips. It has a mix of high-performance Cortex-A720 cores (up to 2.3 GHz) and efficiency-focused Cortex-A520 cores (1.8 GHz), paired with an Adreno 810 GPU.
The UFS 2.2C storage ensures fast app loading, quicker file transfers, and smoother multitasking. Compared to UFS 2.2, it provides better sequential read and write speeds.
In synthetic benchmarks, the realme P3 scores:
Geekbench 6 CPU:
- Single-core: 1091
- Multi-core: 3099
AnTuTu Storage Test:
- Score: 85,529
- Sequential Read: 1048 MB/s
- Sequential Write: 990 MB/s
AnTuTu v10 Score: 764,121
These numbers indicate a strong showing for a mid-range device. The AnTuTu score of 764,121 places it firmly ahead of many competitors in its class, and the UFS 2.2C storage speeds, while slower than UFS 3.1, (nearing 1 GB/s for both read and write) is still better than UFS 2.2.
Here are the benchmarks for the Dimensity 7300 (on Motorola Edge 50 Neo) for comparison:
Geekbench 6 CPU:
- Single-core: 995
- Multi-core: 2908
AnTuTu Storage Test:
- Score: 51,528
- Sequential Read: 1015.3 MB/s
- Sequential Write: 784 MB/s
AnTuTu v10 Score: 652,688
realme P3 Gaming Performance: BGMI at 90 FPS
For the gamers out there, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is the benchmark of choice in this segment. The realme P3 supports 90 FPS gameplay, and it largely delivers. The phone keeps things smooth on high settings too. It also features the GT mode, Al Ultra Touch Control, and Al Motion Control to further elevate the gaming experience.
You’ll notice occasional stutters during intense firefights—par for the course in this price range—but it’s nothing that ruins the experience. Thermals stay in check too, with only mild warmth after 30-minute sessions, thanks for the 6050mm² vapor chamber.
The Adreno 810 GPU delivers solid performance at this price. At 90 FPS, BGMI feels fluid, and the realme P3 proves it can stand out in the mid-range crowd. The realme P3 will not disappoint you when it comes to delivering great performance in BGMI.
As for other heavier titles like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves, the phone tends to struggle and show its mid-range colors. Nonetheless, you can still do decent gaming at medium settings, which is not uncommon in this segment.
Wrapping It Up
The realme P3 looks like a great all-rounder for its price, especially for daily use, multimedia, and battery life. You can also do BGMI gaming at 90 FPS, which is a huge bonus given the package you’re getting. However, if you want even higher FPS gaming, say 120 FPS, a Dimensity 7300-powered phone may be a better choice.
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