The realme 14 series is the latest line of smartphones representing the company’s mid-range segment, and one of its standouts is the realme 14 5G. Although a mid-ranger, its looks and features might make you think twice about underestimating it. It could be one of the most loaded smartphones you’ll see in its class.
Starting with the design, the realme 14 5G model we have on hand is in Mecha Silver. It resembles metallic frosted glass, etched with a futuristic design that signals its gaming prowess. I also like the subtle Flaming Orange accents on the back and power button, which break the monotonous look.
You’ll also notice the large camera module housing the 50MP OIS AI camera, packed with AI features, an LED flash, and a ring light that realme calls the Victory Halo Light. This provides light effects when you’re in GT Mode, illuminating during game scenarios like entering a match, achieving First Blood, or winning a match. You can also enable it to light up when charging, when your alarm goes off, or when you receive notifications.
If you like the flat metallic frame design in smartphones, you’ll love the realme 14 5G. It’s so well-balanced that you can prop it up, and it will stand on its own. It also features dual stereo speakers, a USB-C port, and slots for dual nano-SIM and a microSD card in a hybrid configuration. Additionally, it includes the Antenna Array Matrix System 2.0, a system of antennas surrounding all sides of the phone for better reception and reduced signal loss. This means improved connectivity and fewer disconnections when gaming on mobile data.
On the front, we have a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, a 1,500Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits. With these specs, the screen is not only bright and crisp but also highly responsive, which is crucial for gaming. Also on the front is a 16MP Sony IMX480 selfie camera and an on-screen fingerprint scanner.
Powering the realme 14 5G is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 5G processor with a max clock speed of 2.3GHz, 12GB RAM with a RAM expansion feature of up to an additional 14GB for a total of 26GB, 256GB of storage, and a 6,000mAh battery with 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging. All of this is housed in a body with IP69 dust and water resistance, measuring 7.97mm thin and weighing 196g. It’s impressively slim for a device with such a massive battery.
With GT Mode enabled, the realme 14 5G didn’t disappoint during our tests. It achieved AnTuTu scores of 760,000 and can run Diablo Immortal at Very High Graphics Settings at 60 fps. It even has a feature that lets you dedicate memory to games for faster launches. You can manually allocate it or let AI handle it for you.
While gaming, it stayed cool at a slightly warm but comfortable 39°C, thanks to its large vapor chamber cooling system. The sizable battery also allows you to play for hours without worrying about running out of power before you get home.
In summary, the realme 14 5G punches well above its mid-range weight, delivering a premium design, a vibrant AMOLED display, and robust gaming performance powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 and GT Mode. With its massive 6,000mAh battery, fast charging, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, and cool features like the Victory Halo Light and RAM expansion, it offers incredible value at PHP 17,999. While the camera system leans heavily on AI to shine, the overall package makes this smartphone a compelling choice for gamers and tech enthusiasts looking for a stylish, feature-packed device without breaking the bank.
